Passing a Procedure By-law with an amended Land Acknowledgement recognizing Williams Treaties First Nations

Councillor Votes

Full Resolution Text

That Council pass a Procedure By-law in the form attached to Report LSCLK26- 007 as appendix B, amended as follows: a) That the Land Acknowledgement in section 23 a) read as follows: We acknowledge that we gather on the traditional and treaty territories of the Williams Treaties First Nations, including the Anishinaabeg peoples of Hiawatha, Curve Lake, Alderville, Beausoleil, Georgina Island, Rama, and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. For generations, the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg have cared for these lands and waters, guided by knowledge, ceremony, and responsibility. We recognize the ongoing impacts of these treaties, the injustices that occurred, and the enduring strength and resurgence of Indigenous communities. As we live and work here, we commit to reflection, respect, and meaningful action in the spirit of reconciliation. b) That Members be permitted to ask two questions of delegations, specifically related to the content of the delegation (section 36). c) That section 33.b) be amended to read "the number of Delegations for an item on the Agenda will exceed four (4)."