Land Acknowledgement
One World Bazaar recognizes that our business is located on the traditional, unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation.
We have been fortunate to call our current site in Manotick Station home for more than 18 years, but this land has a rich history that reaches back long before Ottawa became Canada's capital. We acknowledge the Algonquin people as the traditional stewards of this land and recognize that Indigenous peoples have cared for and lived on these lands since time immemorial.
Our business is built around sharing the work of artisans from around the world, many of whom carry forward traditional forms of art and craftsmanship within their communities. Through this work, we recognize the importance of preserving and celebrating cultural traditions. We also recognize that many Indigenous communities in Canada have faced--and continue to face--barriers to practicing, preserving, and passing down their traditional arts and cultural knowledge.
As settlers, we recognize that acknowledging this history is only a starting point. We are committed to listening, learning, and supporting Indigenous voices and initiatives as we continue to consider our role in reconciliation. We understand that reconciliation begins with an honest understanding of Canada's history, including the devastating legacy of colonialism and the residential school system, and requires ongoing commitment, learning, and meaningful action.
We've included resources below for anyone who would like to learn more about Indigenous history, the land on which we live and work, and the ongoing work of reconciliation.
Learn, Listen & Take Action
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation's Calls to Action provide a framework for understanding the impacts of Canada's history and the actions needed to advance reconciliation. We encourage you to read the Calls to Action and consider how you can support their implementation in your own community
For those interested in learning more about the land on which they live and work, Native Land Digital offers an interactive map and educational resources about Indigenous territories, languages, and treaties.
If you live in Ontario, you can also learn more about the Algonquin Land Claim, which addresses outstanding land rights between the Algonquin Anishinaabeg and the Crown. If successful, it will be province's first modern, constitutionally protected treaty.
→ Learn More About the Algonquin Land Claim
Supporting Residential School Survivors
The legacy of residential schools continues to affect Survivors, their families, and Indigenous communities across Canada.
The Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) is an Indigenous-led, registered Canadian charity that provides culturally grounded support and services to Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities. If you would like to support their work, you can make a donation directly through their website.
Residential School Survivors seeking support can call the national Residential School Survivor Support line at 1-866-925-4419 or access support services through the Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program.
Supporting Indigenous Artisans
We value the opportunity to support and celebrate the work of Indigenous artists and makers in Canada.
If you are an Indigenous artist in Canada, or know an Indigenous artist looking for an outlet to share their work, we would love to hear from you.
Contact us at hello@oneworldbazaar.ca.
Reconciliation is an ongoing journey. We are committed to continuing to listen, learn, and seek meaningful ways to support Indigenous-led initiatives and creators.