Please note: This podcast discusses topics that may be distressing and awaken memories of past traumatic experiences and abuse. Support is available for anyone affected by their experience at residential schools or by related reports. The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419. Immediate emotional support is available by contacting the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca. 

In this episode, upon the first anniversary of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’ll hear unique perspectives from Indigenous leaders from across Canada on what September 30 means to them, the painful legacy it symbolizes, and how, together, we can hopefully move forward. Underlying these discussions is the role that Canadian nonprofits can play in supporting Indigenous-led charitable activities. Considering that The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada was established over 14 years ago, why has the sector failed to take a more meaningful role in an area where its support could make a real difference? Tune in to this special episode of CharityVillage Connects to hear from Indigenous leaders about how the nonprofit sector can better support, and ally with, Indigenous-led organizations and communities. 

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Meet Our Guests 

Kris Archie

CEO, The Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada

Kris Archie is the Chief Executive Officer of The Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada (The Circle). A Secwepemc and Seme7 woman from Ts’qescen, a mother, aunty and engaged community member. 

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Kris is passionate about heart-based community work and facilitating positive change. In all of her roles, Kris works to transform philanthropy and contribute to positive change by creating spaces of shared learning, relationship-building and centering Indigenous wisdom. 

She is a PLACES Fellow Alum of 2015 with The Funders Network, a board member with Environment Funders Canada and JUMP! Canada and a newly appointed Dialogue Fellow with Simon Fraser University focused on Indigenous ways of knowing and Philanthropy.

 

Peter Dinsdale

President & CEO, YMCA Canada

As an Indigenous leader who has devoted his life to improving the lives of Indigenous peoples and supporting reconciliation, Peter Dinsdale has worked and volunteered for service delivery and political advocacy organizations on a local, regional and national level. He is currently the  Chief Executive Officer of YMCA Canada.

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Peter spent years as the chief executive officer for the Assembly of First Nations and the past executive director of the National Association of Friendship Centres. 

He is a founding board member and governance committee chair for ClearRisk Inc., a private technology company. He is also a board trustee and Human Resources Committee chair for the First Nations Market Housing Fund, and board of director and Governance Committee chair for the Public Policy Forum, where he helps shape the public policy dialogue in Canada. Peter, has completed a Harvard Business School Executive Education program, received the Order of Ontario and the Indspire Award for his work in public service. 

Tim Fox

Vice President of Indigenous Relations & Equity Strategy, Calgary Foundation

Tim Fox is a proud member of the Kainai Blood Tribe within Siksikaitsitapi, the Blackfoot Confederacy. His family comes from the Ahkaipohkaaks, Many Children’s Clan. Tim currently lives and works in Mohkinstsis, Calgary. As Vice President of Indigenous Relations & Equity Strategy with Calgary Foundation, Tim supports the work of philanthropy while also facilitating an internal systems change approach. 

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His efforts help to strengthen and enhance the culture and practice of the foundation while designing ways of mobilizing reconciliation internally and in the broader community.  He is honored to co-chair The Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada board of directors and in 2019 was named a top 40 under 40 for his efforts of incorporating reconciliation and decolonization. Recently, Tim authored a children’s book, called Napi Kii Imitaa (Napi and the Dogs), and is proud to have this story shared in Blackfoot and English. 

William Mintram

Director of Indigenous and Northern Relations, Rideau Hall Foundation / Fondation Rideau Hall

Bill Mintram is Métis and a graduate of the University of Saskatchewan. Prior to joining the RHF, he held the position of Senior Manager, Indigenous Relations with the Canadian Red Cross. He has also served as Executive Director for the Saskatoon Indian and Métis Friendship Centre, and held many board, adjudication, and advisory positions including two terms as an executive board member for the National Association of Friendship Centres.

About your Host

Mary Barroll

President of CharityVillage

About your Host 

Mary Barroll, president of CharityVillage, is an online business executive and lawyer with a background in media, technology and IP law. A former CBC journalist and independent TV producer, in 2013 she was appointed General Counsel & VP Media Affairs at CharityVillage.com, Canada’s largest job portal for charities and not-for-profits in Canada, and then President in 2021. Mary is also President of sister company, TalentEgg.ca, Canada’s No.1, award-winning job board and online career resource that connects top employers with top students and grads. 

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Please note: This podcast discusses topics that may be distressing and awaken memories of past traumatic experiences and abuse. Support is available for anyone affected by their experience at residential schools or by related reports. The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419. Immediate emotional support is available by contacting the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca. 

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