Town of Caledon and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation hold Council-to-Council gathering

May 14, 2025 (CALEDON, ON) – The Town of Caledon and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) came together today for a council-to-council discussion at the historic and newly renovated Council House in Hagersville. This gathering reaffirmed their commitment to reconciliation, mutual respect, and working together more closely. The gathering featured a session on treaty education led by Elder Darin Wybenga. This is an important step in strengthening their relationship and promoting a better understanding between the Town and Indigenous communities.

"As Caledon keeps growing, we must build our future on a foundation of inclusion and respect for the rich histories and cultures that have shaped this land,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “Our ongoing partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation plays a key role in helping us create a more unified and inclusive community."

"Events like these aren’t just formalities; they’re real steps toward building true partnerships and understanding,” said Ogimaa-Kwe (Chief) Claire Sault of the MCFN. “With National Indigenous History Month coming up, it’s a good reminder of the work still ahead of us."

On June 14^th, during National Indigenous History Month and as part of Caledon Day celebrations, Mayor Groves in ceremony with Chief Sault will renew our Wampum Belt commitment with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations. The Wampum Belt represents our bond of friendship, peaceful relations and a shared responsibility to the land.

Several events will take place throughout the Town of Caledon, in June, to celebrate National Indigenous History Month:

• Maawnjiding Wiingushkeng Powwow – May 30, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Maawnjiding Wingushkeng Centre for Indigenous Excellence and Land-Based Learning in Cheltenham.
• Wampum Belt Renewal Ceremony – June 14
• National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21
• Flag Raising for National Indigenous History Month – June 24 at 2 p.m., at Town Hall
• ‘An Evening of Indigenous Storytelling and Poetry’ by Gimaa R. Stacey Laforme, former Chief of MCFN – Free event on June 26 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Humber River Centre

These events are about celebrating and learning about Indigenous histories, traditions, and cultures. Residents are encouraged to join and take part in these important celebrations.

For more details about the events and how to get involved, visit Caledon.ca/IndigenousRelations.

Members of Caledon Town Council and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation Council with the presentation board, made from a fallen black cherry tree from north central Caledon. It is engraved with both the Town of Caledon and MCFN logos and the word “friend” in both Anishinaabe and English. From left to right: Councillor Leslie Maracle, Councilor Mario Russo, Mayor Annette Groves, Councillor Larry Sault, Chief Claire Sault, Councilor Christina Early, Councilor Dave Sheen, Councillor Jesse Herkimer.

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