Truth and Reconciliation Speaker coming to Eston Library

Wheatland Regional Library is pleased to announce its collaboration with Tim Poitras, an esteemed speaker, for the 2023 edition of their Truth and Reconciliation Speaker Series. This partnership aims to provide valuable learning opportunities, foster relationships, and promote actions that contribute to the ongoing journey of Truth and Reconciliation within the community.

“We hope that our work with Tim and future speakers will be opportunities for everyone in the community to learn, build relationships and engage in actions that bring us forward along our shared journey of Truth and Reconciliation” says Desirae Munro, Branch Manager, Wheatland Regional Library.

Tim Poitras, a Lakota/Dakota from the Muscowpetung First Nation on Treaty 4 Territory, will be sharing his powerful experiences as a Residential School survivor, Knowledge Keeper, and Sundance Chief in an all-ages presentation.

As part of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Wheatland Regional Library has organized several presentations in September. Community members are invited to attend these events in their respective areas. Tim will be speaking at the Eston Library (218 Main Street) on Friday, September 29 at 11:30 am.

For further details about the speaker series and tour schedule, please visit the Wheatland Regional Library website at www.wheatland.sk.ca.