#28: How a Shoebox Brings Meaningful Reconciliation between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Communities in Canada (with I Love First Peoples-Josee)

Have you ever wanted to take a more active role in Canadian reconciliation efforts within your classroom, but felt like you weren’t sure how to do so? In this episode, you’ll learn about the I Love First People’s Shoebox gift project, the easy way your class can become involved, and hear about how this program is has been recognized as a meaningful bridge between Indigenous and non-indigenous groups wishing to move forward and rethink a more equitable, culturally sensitive, and informed future for our country. I hope you become inspired to join this wonderful cause! Josée is the founder of I Love First Peoples, a national charity that empowers Indigenous youth through education and projects that foster reconciliation. She is also the director of the Ideal Way Association, a charity that helps single-parent families to come out of poverty through long-term coaching. Josée brings over 20 years of experience in communications and event management to her work in assisting charities to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged. Connect with her charity on facebook @I Love First Peoples, and our Twitter is @iloveatt1. You can also find out more about the shoebox project on their website ilovefirstpeoples.ca For more information visit my website smallactbigimpact.com and search for episode #28.