This week, Sean Graham talks with Cody Groat, author of Always Part of the Land: The Federal Commemoration of Indigenous Histories. They discuss the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada's approach to Indigenous history, the role of federal commemorations in colonialism, and the power of commemorations. They also chat about Board members' influence on commemorations, how public servants have shaped the process, and the Board's efforts towards Reconciliation.

Historical Headline of the Week

Chadd Cawson, " ...