[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 eventhttps://forms.office.com/r/KC6gBke58j 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 livestreamhttps://www.youtube.com/live/6z-GSfZ5QPQ?feature=shared. Learn more about the Respectful Rematriation and Repatriation Ceremonyhttps://umanitoba.ca/indigenous/indigenous/engagement/respectful-repatriation at the University of Manitoba.

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

[University of Manitoba Logo] Michael Benarroch, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-9345 Email: president@umanitoba.camailto:president@umanitoba.ca

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