Land Acknowledgement

With deep gratitude to and respect for the Indigenous Elders and Peoples who have cared for these lands since time immemorial, the members of the Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Canada recognize that its work and that of its committees take place on numerous Indigenous territories and under at least 46 treaties and other agreements in what is now called the ‘Province of Ontario’.  In addition to the three regional Land Acknowledgments – In Canada Congregation, Sault Ste. Marie Congregation, and Toronto Congregation – we, as one, honour the original protectors of these lands, affirm our commitment to right relations with all Indigenous Peoples, and commit to working together to care for our shared lands and waters.