United Church of Canada Returns Tatamagouche Centre to Wabanaki Women
The United Church of Canada is returning the Tatamagouche Centre in Nova Scotia to Wabanaki women as part of its ongoing commitment to reconciliation.
The United Church of Canada has announced that it will return the Tatamagouche Centre, located in Nova Scotia, to Wabanaki women. This action marks a significant step in the church's efforts toward reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
The return of the land is explicitly tied to the United Church of Canada's broader commitment to reconciliation. By transferring ownership or stewardship of the centre back to Wabanaki women, the church aims to address historical injustices and support the self-determination of Indigenous communities in the region.