EVENTS

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Indigenous Awareness Conference:
Reconciling Truth & History 2025!

Join Steadfast and friends at CFB Borden for a day filled with insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and meaningful connections. This event aims to shed light on the truths of Indigenous history and work towards reconciliation.

Through powerful keynote speakers and interactive sessions, vendor expo and fantastic networking opportunities, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of Indigenous perspectives, histories, and current realities. Together, we can move towards a more inclusive and equitable future.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the conversation and make a difference. Register now and be a part of this important journey towards understanding and reconciliation.

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Registration 10:30 am
Welcome 11:00 am
Lunch Break 11:30am-1:00pm
Vendor Expo & sessions 1:00-5:00pm
Dinner & DJ Entertainment 5:00-9:00 pm

Tickets: $200 for conference
$70 for dinner/dance only.
Book your spot today!

Vendor Tables are available - Email contact@steadfastalliance.ca for inquiries.

For questions about Overnight Accommodations on Borden Base:
call (416) 782-3166 or email contact@steadfastalliance.ca

Alternate accommodation has been arranged for conference attendees at
Best Western Barrie - 35 Hart Drive, Barrie.

Book your spot today!

*Hosted by Steadfast Alliance

Keynote Speakers

  • JEFF MONAGUE

    Chief Elder

    Jeff Monague is a former Chief of the Beausoleil First Nation on Christian Island, former Director of Treaty Research with the Anishnabek (Union of Ontario Indians) and a Canadian Forces Veteran. Jeff Monague is an avid musician, singer and has taught Ojibwe language at the Simcoe County District School Board and Georgian College. and is the Manager of Springwater Provincial Park. He is an Elder and a knowledge keeper in his community.

    Elder Jeff writes for Orillia Matters and helps to shine the light on Indigenous awareness through advocacy. His column appears every other Monday. Elder Jeff is from Eagle Clan and his Indigenous name is Myiingan Minanaakwhe which translates to Wolf Shoots Well. Elder Jeff is also a Day School Survivor with the generations before him being Residential School Survivors. His dedication and care shines through in every flight he takes as he brings awareness to what we need to know about the past.

  • David Mitchell

    Steadfast Alliance Program Director

    David Mitchell has dedicated over 30 years to public service advocating for justice and human rights inside and outside of government.

    He is a strong community advocate who has served as the former Chair of Toronto Community Housing Corporation, was the Founding and Past President of the Association of Black Law Enforcers (A.B.L.E.).

    David also has 20 years of experience working with the unhoused, vulnerable and marginalized communities in Toronto. David holds a Diploma in Police Foundations Leadership, a degree in Justice Studies, and working towards entry into the Master of Public Safety at Wilfrid University.

    As a leader, David's vision and mission is to continue to be an innovative leader who is committed to public safety through meaningful partnerships with community organizations and by facilitating policy and operational practices that support human rights compliant, fair, equitable, and safe public safety services.