Academica Group: Esk’etemc First Nation publishes open letter calling on SD27 to consult with First Nations
- Academica Group
- Sep 24
- 1 min read
The Esk’etemc First Nation has published an open letter calling on School District 27 to include it and other First Nations in its creation of a plan to address anti-Indigenous racism. The letter asserts that SD 27’s superintendent and board failed to consult with or engage local First Nations while developing the district’s Safer Schools Review of Climate and Culture Response Plan. Among with its criticisms of the plan, Esk’etemc pointed out that the plan does not acknowledge systemic racism, does not clearly articulate how the board will include Indigenous leadership and voices, and fails to reference the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions’ Calls to Action. “This is not the first time we have asked to come to the table. And yet, once again, decisions are being made about us, without us,” wrote the First Nation. “This is not reconciliation. This is not partnership. This is not acceptable.”
