Painting of birch trees, dragonflies, and growing sage and tobacco in a field of grass with a sunset sky. Text says Rematriation and Repatriation Apology and the artists name, Gayle Sinclair, 2023.

 

Good morning,

 

On June 3rd, on behalf of the University of Manitoba, I will publicly apologize for our history related to the inappropriate acquisition and housing of Indigenous ancestral remains, burial belongings, and cultural heritage without consent. 

Faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend this significant event to witness this apology and to learn about a new policy and procedures created to acknowledge this history; ensure that Respectful Rematriation and Repatriation are completed; and prevent against future acquisition, stewardship, or use of Indigenous ancestral remains, burial belongings, and cultural heritage at the university without consent.

When: Monday, June 3, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Formal program begins at 2:30 p.m. | Feast to follow

 

Where: Marshall McLuhan Hall, 2nd Floor UMSU University Centre, Fort Garry Campus

 

RSVP for the in-person event by Wednesday, May 29.

 

In acknowledgement of the difficult histories and violence to be discussed, on-site support will be available.
 

For those who are unable to attend in person, they can view the livestream. 

Learn more about the Respectful Rematriation and Repatriation Ceremony at the University of Manitoba.

Thank you for your understanding and participation in this important event. I hope you can join us.

Sincerely,

 

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Michael Benarroch, Ph.D.

President and Vice-Chancellor

202 Administration Building

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2

Phone:  204-474-9345

Email:  president@umanitoba.ca

 

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