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APTN News: U of M prof Sean Carleton says Murray Sinclair ‘changed Canada forever’

Fiona Odlum — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 21:31:47 +0000

University of Manitoba History and Indigenous Studies Prof. Sean Carleton doesn’t mince words when it comes to the impact of the late Murray Sinclair.

“Quite simply, Murray Sinclair changed Canada forever,” says Carleton on the latest episode of Face to Face. “There’s no going back as a result of his tireless work to advocate for Indigenous people, but, in particular, his work with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC).

To read the entire article and to watch the interview, please follow the link to APTN News: Face to Face.

The Globe and Mail: Murray Sinclair, Anishinaabe advocate for justice, former TRC commissioner and senator, dies at 73

Fiona Odlum — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:16:52 +0000

As a sacred fire drew mourners to honour Murray Sinclair outside the Manitoba Legislature on Monday, dignitaries across Canada remembered the late judge and senator as a tireless advocate who called on the country to confront the horrors of residential schools.

Mr. Sinclair, also known by his spirit name, Mazina Giizhik (The One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky), died Monday at a Winnipeg hospital. He was 73.

His family confirmed the death in a statement and asked people to pay their respects at the sacred fire on the legislative grounds in Winnipeg.

To read more about Justice Sinclair’s legacy, please visit The Globe and Mail.

Canadian Architect: 2024 RAIC Gold Medal: Justice Murray Sinclair

Fiona Odlum — Wed, 01 May 2024 18:28:05 +0000

Born and raised on the former St. Peters Indian Reserve North of Selkirk, Manitoba, Justice Murray Sinclair has become a leader for human rights and reconciliation in Canada.

In 1980, Justice Sinclair was called to the Manitoba Bar and focused primarily on civil and criminal litigation, Indigenous Law, and Human Rights. Justice Sinclair was well-known for his passionate and thorough representation of his clients, Indigenous governments, Indigenous child welfare agencies, Friendship Centres, Métis organizations, and Indigenous corporations.

To read the full story about Justice Sinclair’s award, please visit Canadian Architect.