The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund

Our limited-edition collection of DWF merchandise, featuring an exclusive design from Artist Ambassador, Blake Angeconeb, is available here: downiewenjack.ca/merch “A Thunderbird spirit protects and guides Chanie and Gord among the stars, together.” – Blake Angeconeb #DownieWenjackFund #BlakeAngeconeb

Learn more about Treaty 5, covering the northwest corner of Ontario and parts of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. November 3 – 9 is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. Join us each day this week to learn about the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships, and their relevance today. Learn more about treaties at downiewenjack.ca/treaties #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #TreatyON #DoSomething #reconciliation #reconciliACTION

Nov 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day. Teachers can find lesson plans, in both English and French, here: Part 1 - Lesson Plan: Indigenous Veterans (Part I) https://ow.ly/yN0050U0zF7 Part 2 - Lesson Plan: Indigenous Veterans (Part II) https://ow.ly/73wb50U0zF8 Plan de leçon – Anciens combattants autochtones (première partie) https://ow.ly/5qwe50U0zFi Plan de leçon – Anciens combattants autochtones (deuxième partie) https://ow.ly/KZAP50U0zF9 #IndigenousVeteransDay #LegacySchools

Learn more about the Robinson-Huron Treaty, which involves the land east of Georgian Bay and the northern shores of Lake Huron. November 3 – 9 is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. Join us each day this week to learn about the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships, and their relevance today. Learn more about treaties at downiewenjack.ca/treaties #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #TreatyON #DoSomething #reconciliation #reconciliACTION

The Honourable Murray Sinclair was a powerful force behind the reconciliation movement. In 2009, he was appointed the Chair of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He ensured that more than 6,000 Survivors of residential schools were able to share their truth on a national scale and that their stories were properly documented so that everyone in Canada would know the true history of our country. Today, the TRC’s 94 Calls to Action, which came about as a direct result of his efforts and leadership, are considered the path forward on the journey toward reconciliation. This is just one part of his impactful legacy. Our hearts go out to his family, community, and to all those who have considered him a beacon of light over the last 73 years.

Learn more about the Two Row Wampum of 1613, and its expansion in 1764. November 3 – 9 is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. Join us each day this week to learn about the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships, and their relevance today. Learn more about treaties at downiewenjack.ca/treaties #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #DoSomething #reconciliation #reconciliACTION

DWF Artist Ambassador Kevin Hearn is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, prominently known for his tenure with Barenaked Ladies, as well as a contributor in Secret Path. A respected figure in Toronto’s music scene, Hearn is celebrated also for his solo work, including the exclusive EP 'Kevin Hearn and Friends Present: The Superhero Suite,' a vibrant compilation of vintage superhero-themed music. His solo endeavors allow him creative freedom beyond Barenaked Ladies, exploring deeply personal themes and musical styles. Hearn also worked closely with Lou Reed as musical director and keyboardist. As a non-Indigenous person, Kevin has been a strong advocate for reconciliation and worked closely with Gord Downie during the creation of Secret Path. The Artist Ambassador program connects Indigenous and non-Indigenous creators, Knowledge Keepers, and experts with DWF’s audiences through a variety of engagements and activations. Get to know our Artist Ambassadors by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/e2inp2kH #DownieWenjackFund #DWFArtistAmbassador

Learn more about the Williams Treaties, which cover lands between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River, and along the shore of Lake Ontario up to Lake Simcoe. November 3 – 9 is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. Join us each day this week to learn about the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships, and their relevance today. Learn more about treaties at downiewenjack.ca/treaties #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #TreatyON #DoSomething #reconciliation #reconciliACTION

We are all treaty people. November 3 – 9 is Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. Join us each day this week to learn about the significance of treaty rights, treaty relationships, and their relevance today. Learn more about treaties at downiewenjack.ca/treaties #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #TreatyON #DoSomething #reconciliation #reconciliACTION

We are hiring! As part of the DWF team, the Director, Education is responsible for braiding together the educational programs and initiatives at the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF). The Director, Education will provide a strategic approach to the creation, implementation, and oversight of all DWF educational programs, initiatives, resources, and partnerships. Deadline to apply: November 15, 2024 Anticipated start: January 2025 More info: https://lnkd.in/e8W2R4tP #DownieWenjackFund #CareerOpportunities