The 2022 Annual General Assembly
The Indigenous Women of the Wabanaki Territories office had relocated to Sitansisk (St. Mary's) during the spring and had become closer to the community in both space and partnership.
We would like to thank Sitansisk, and especially Tammy Nash for allowing us to host this year's annual general assembly at the Maqiyahtimok Centre.
Annual General Assembly
Lisa Perley-Dutcher, our Language Coordinator, was the facilitator and Dr. Maggie Paul opened the event with ceremonial prayer and drumming. As the day continued, the current Board of Directors presented their reports on the last few years ranging from different partnerships gained over the years, issues the company supported, workshops provided, and much more.
Lynne Groulx, the CEO of the Native Women's Association of Canada, was the guest speaker. She spoke about NWAC, her time since being with the company as well as inviting guests to the Ottawa, Ontario Resiliency Lodge opening on June 21st, and NWAC Annual General Meeting on July 16th in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The firekeepers arrived early alongside staff to set up for the day. Staff and attendees would make offerings throughout the two days. On Sunday everyone decided to sit outside around the sacred fire to discuss the women's group when it became apparent quorum could not be done.
Quorum
For IWWT to have a quorum at least 25 voting delegates needed to be in attendance. Due to last-minute cancellations and no-shows, we were not able to move forward with voting on the Constitution as well as nominations. Another AGA will take place in autumn 2022 and the membership will be informed via e-mail, social media as well as a website update when details have been solidified.
Links (IWWT has printed copies of some of these pdfs)