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BALL Lecture Series: #6
Reconciliation and the Economic Front
Greg believes that true reconciliation must be based with economic conversations being included at the decision-making table as a voice, so that economic prosperity includes Indigenous communities. His lecture on reconciliation will include a historic overview on economics and Indigenous communities, and examples of an awakening to a new approach with existing partnerships with corporations doing business in our homeland. Being persistent for inclusion will promote a brighter future for his people. A brighter future and a solid financial foundation will allow for self determination and true reconciliation.
Lecturer – Greg Nadjiwon
75 years ago, Greg Nadjiwon was born to Veteran parents in Pembroke on the military base. Greg became an iron worker for 37 years travelling both sides of the border, into the Carolinas, up to Alaska, including Alberta working on steel mills, car plants, stadiums, etc.
Greg settled in Nawash and become Chief, of the Chippewa of Nawash Unceded Territory. He dedicated his service to his people from 2015 – 2025, with a break from 2022-23 working toward true reconciliation which must be based in economic conversations.
He is comfortable in breaking bread in most settings, but is at home on the Rez, fishing, being on the land, picking wood and rocks, walking in nature, and making walking canes.
