These resources have been gathered by members of our reconciliation working group and by others in our community. They range from interactive maps and national archives to online learning and Anglican Church frameworks. Take what is useful. Come back as your learning grows.
Native Land Digital https://native-land.ca
An interactive map showing the traditional territories, languages, and treaties of Indigenous peoples across Turtle Island and beyond. Enter your address and discover whose land you live and worship on. A valuable first step for anyone beginning this journey, and a practical tool for developing meaningful land acknowledgements.
Whose Land https://www.whose.land
A similar interactive resource developed in partnership with Indigenous communities, offering guidance on the significance of land acknowledgements and how to offer them with genuine understanding rather than rote repetition.
BC First Nations Interactive Map https://www.bcafn.ca/first-nations-bc/interactive-map
An interactive map of British Columbia showing the territories of each of the province's First Nations, produced by the BC Assembly of First Nations. Useful for understanding the geographic scope and diversity of First Nations governance across the province.
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation https://nctr.ca
The official archive of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, holding survivor testimonies, school records, and research collections. The TRC's Calls to Action are available here in full, as are the reports that have shaped Canada's ongoing reckoning with the residential school system.
Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Calls to Action https://nctr.ca/records/reports/
The 94 Calls to Action from the TRC represent a comprehensive framework for systemic change across government, institutions, and civil society. Reading them is one of the most direct ways to understand what genuine reconciliation requires.
Anglican Church of Canada: Reconciliation Resources https://www.anglican.ca/reconciliation
The national church's reconciliation hub, including the full text of Archbishop Michael Peers' 1993 apology to Indigenous peoples, Archbishop Fred Hiltz's 2019 apology for spiritual harm, and resources for parishes walking this journey. The page also links to the Anglican Healing Fund, which supports community-led healing, language revitalisation, and cultural recovery.
Diocese of New Westminster: Indigenous Ministries https://vancouver.anglican.ca/programs/indigenous-ministries
Resources and frameworks from our own Diocese, including Kerry Baisley's four reconciliation commitments: Learning History, Listening to Experiences, Building Relationships, and Being Good Ancestors. Saint Laurence's reconciliation work is grounded in this diocesan framework.
Indigenous Reconciliation Group (IRG) — Online Courses https://learn.the-irg.ca
Rose LeMay's organisation offers a range of accessible online courses, including "Hidden History of Canada in 30 minutes" ($19) and "How to do Land Acknowledgements with Meaning" ($19). These are structured, evidence-based courses designed by an Indigenous educator with over twenty-five years of experience. Non-profit organisations can contact IRG directly to request a discount.
Indspire https://indspire.ca
A national Indigenous-led charity investing in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people across Canada. Their website includes educational resources, award programmes celebrating Indigenous excellence, and information about how to support Indigenous students.
CBC National Indigenous History Month Reading and Viewing Lists https://www.cbc.ca/books/35-books-to-read-for-national-indigenous-history-month-1.5585489
A curated list of books recommended for National Indigenous History Month, compiled by CBC. A good complement to the reading list on our Books page.
Capilano University Annotated Reading List https://cte.capilanou.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2019/03/Indigenous-Reading-List-Non-Fiction-1.pdf
An annotated non-fiction reading list compiled by Capilano University, covering history, politics, memoir, and cultural studies. A useful guide for those wanting to go deeper.
APTN News https://www.aptnnews.ca
The Aboriginal Peoples Television Network's news service, offering Indigenous-led journalism on stories affecting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada. An essential source for news that is often underreported in mainstream media.
Vancouver Aboriginal Transformative Justice Services Society: Resource List [Link to existing PDF — retain existing link]
A practical resource list compiled by a local Indigenous organisation supporting community members through the justice system and beyond.
Kwikwetlem First Nation https://www.kwikwetlem.com
The website of our nearest neighbours — the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) First Nation, the traditional custodians of the Coquitlam watershed. Learn about their governance, history, and community events. The annual Salmon Festival, held each August, is open to the public and a wonderful opportunity for the whole congregation to participate in a living Kwikwetlem tradition.
Red Sky Performance https://redsky.ca
A leading Indigenous contemporary performance company blending dance, theatre, music, and storytelling. Attending Indigenous-led arts and cultural events is one of the most direct ways to begin building the relationships that reconciliation requires.
This list will continue to grow as our journey continues. If you have a resource to suggest, please contact the parish office.