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By Kezia Royer-Burkett , Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Burlington Local-News.ca The Grandmother\u2019s Voice conference, Truth with Reconciliation: Respect, Restore, Relearn, returns on February 25\u201326 at the Meeting House in Oakville, bringing together Indigenous leaders, Knowledge Keepers, and allies for crucial discussions on reconciliation. \u201cThis event is not just another conference \u2014 it\u2019s a call to action,\u201d says Jody Harbour, founder of Grandmother\u2019s Voice. \u201cIt\u2019s an opportunity for organizations and individuals to engage in meaningful change.\u201d Last year\u2019s conference sparked powerful conversations, but Grandmothers and Elders Renee Thomas Hill, Gail Whitlow, and Allen Sutherland felt the work was far from over. Moved by the impact of the gathering, they decided to bring the event back, aligning it with the Bear Moon \u2014 a time of deep reflection and setting intentions. \u201cFeedback… <\/p>\n

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By Kezia Royer-Burkett , Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Burlington Local-News.ca The Grandmother\u2019s Voice conference, Truth with Reconciliation: Respect, Restore, Relearn, returns on February 25\u201326 at the Meeting House in Oakville, bringing together Indigenous leaders, Knowledge Keepers, and allies for crucial discussions on reconciliation. \u201cThis event is not just another conference \u2014 it\u2019s a call to action,\u201d says Jody Harbour, founder of Grandmother\u2019s Voice. \u201cIt\u2019s an opportunity for organizations and individuals to engage in meaningful change.\u201d Last year\u2019s conference sparked powerful conversations, but Grandmothers and Elders Renee Thomas Hill, Gail Whitlow, and Allen Sutherland felt the work was far from over. Moved by the impact of the gathering, they decided to bring the event back, aligning it with the Bear Moon \u2014 a time of deep reflection and setting intentions. \u201cFeedback... <\/p>\n

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