Image: The commemoration was held on February 5th, roughly three months since the former TRC chair's passing.(left to right) Dr. David M. Schaepe, Leah Ballantyne, Vandy Britton, Lolly Andrew, Dr. Shirley Hardman, Dr. Keith Carlson / Provided / University of the Fraser Valley
HONOURING LEGACY
Former Truth and Reconciliation Commission chair honoured at Fraser Valley university
Feb 9, 2025 | 5:17 PM
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MISSION — The life of former senator, judge and TRC chair Murray Sinclair has been honoured at the University of the Fraser Valley’s (UFV) newly renovated Mission campus on Wednesday (Feb. 5).
Sinclair, also known as Mazina Giizhik, was instrumental in creating the 94 Calls to Action, a roadmap that continues to guide organizational policies on the consequences of residential schools in the country.
Image: UFV Knowledge Keeper, Qothyetel, John H. Williams, from Skwah First Nation, takes part in the welcome drumming at Clarke Theatre. / Provided / University of the Fraser Valley“His legacy reminds us that reconciliation is not an end goal, but an ongoing journey—one that institutions, communities, and individuals must walk together,” said UFV’s Shirley Hardman, Associate Vice-President of Xwexwílmexwawt.
