Secret Agents recognizes that our work in The Montreal area takes place on unceded Indigenous lands.
Secret Agents recognizes our operations take place on unceded Indigenous lands.
The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands on which we work and the waters that surround us. Tiohtiá:ke (Montreal) is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations, the Omàmiwininì Nations have an important place in this history.
Recognizing the historical and continued violence of settler colonialism, Secret Agents is committed to the need to work continuously by taking actions in solidarity with First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
We centre the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, specifically the Calls to Action and seek to implement 100% compliance with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in all our work.
Today, Tiohtiá:ke is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within our community.
For settlers, here is a short list of resources:
Unsettling Canada A National Wake-Up Call by Arthur Manuel and Grand Chief Ronald M. Derrickson is a clarion call for giving land back to first peoples. Inherent rights mean just that, they can not be extinguished.
Seven Fallen Feathers Racism, Death, and Hard Truths in a Northern City by Tanya Talaga is a powerful account of the system as it stands today, and is a stark reminder of what we need to fix.
Indigenous Writes: A Guide to First Nations, Métis & Inuit Issues in Canada by Chelsea Vowel is a practical guide centered on dispelling myths, misconceptions and providing clear and direct advice.
Native Land Digital is a Canadian not-for-profit organization, Indigenous-led, with an Indigenous Executive Director and Board of Directors who oversee a comprehensive map to help find out more about local Indigenous territories and languages.
Whose Land is a web-based app that uses GIS technology to assist users in identifying Indigenous Nations, territories, and Indigenous communities across Canada. It also has videos and articles about land acknowledgement.