Prologue

We ask that readers acknowledge that we all bring ourselves to this work with good intentions and do our best to ensure that it is done in the most honest, respectful and transparent way possible. Our goal is to accurately reflect the perspectives of the Indigenous partners with whom we have spoken. We hope that the report is read objectively and with an open mind. Wela’lioq, Marsi, Nanaskomowin, Phidámayaye, Chi-miigwetch, Woliwon, Nakurmiik, Gunalcheésh, Mahsi’ Cho, Shawnithan, Soga senla, Tshinashkumitnau, and acknowledging the many other terms for thank you in various Indigenous languages that are not represented here!