Every day, our location in the Downtown Eastside confronts us with the destructive effects of colonization on indigenous nations over many generations. But, every day, we can also observe the resilience shown by these peoples despite the many obstacles, unfortunately still present. Their courage and forbearance in the face of injustice can only inspire us to seek out the best in ourselves. La Boussole wishes to be a safe and inclusive space for all, and is therefore committed to learning, supporting initiatives and relaying issues in order to participate at our own level in a more egalitarian society. While we hear a lot of talk about reconciliation in the context of the initiative launched by the Government of Canada, we would like to emphasize the need for truth, the light of which is a prerequisite for any process of appeasement. Once again, we wish to express our gratitude for being able to live and work on these lands, and our deep respect for these peoples, their territories, their cultures and their members.