The Town of Milton consulted the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation to develop land acknowledgements that are respectful, meaningful and inclusive.
Two versions have been developed for the purposes noted below to genuinely acknowledge the recognition of the lands in and around Milton.
Public Regular or Special Council Meeting Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the land we gather on is part of the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
We recognize the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee people.
We also acknowledge the First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who live on these lands today.
We commit to working towards reconciliation.
Civic Celebration or Town of Milton Event Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the land we gather on is part of the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
We recognize the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee people.
We also acknowledge the First Nations, Inuit and Métis people who live on these lands today.
We stand as allies with the First Nations as stewards of these lands.
Traditional land acknowledgements
A territorial acknowledgement starts with the land. It is about acknowledging the land we reside on and honouring the relationship between the land and the people living and thriving here long before settlers arrived. The acknowledgment offers an opportunity to pay respect to ancestral and traditional territories, be mindful of our collective role as stewards of the land; and build awareness of present-day First Nations, Inuit and Métis culture in our community.
Recognizing the territory, treaty and lands to which Milton’s resides serves to cultivate strong relationships with the First Nations, Inuit and Métis community, heighten Indigenous cultural awareness, recognize our role as stewards of Milton’s lands, and the Town’s commitment to reconciliation.
