Respect & Acknowledgment Declaration
North Perth Public Library
The North Perth Public Library (NPPL) understands the need to recognize and embrace the principles of Truth and Reconciliation with Ontario’s Indigenous population, as outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report.
The Library acknowledges the First Peoples on whose traditional territories we live and work. We believe that acknowledging territory shows recognition of and respect for Indigenous Peoples, both in the past and the present. The North Perth Public Library believes that recognition and respect are essential elements of establishing healthy, reciprocal relations and are key to reconciliation.
Declaration
The North Perth Public Library will use this Respect and Acknowledgement Declaration, as adopted by The Municipality of North Perth at the beginning of all programming held at the library, virtually or otherwise.
In order to offer welcoming spaces, services, and collections to Indigenous peoples, and non-Indigenous people looking to learn, the NPPL will be mindful of Indigenous awareness and reconciliation when writing policies and procedures, purchasing collection materials, and planning programs and services and consult Indigenous peoples when possible.
Learn More
Library Resources for Children
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR)
Government of Canada: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Related Documents
North Perth Public Library FN-04 Respect and Acknowledgement Policy
North Perth Public Library OP-01 Collection Development Policy
North Perth Public Library OP-11 Programming Policy
North Perth Public Library FN-03 Intellectual Freedom Statement
Government of Canada Truth and Reconciliation Commission Reports
