In the spirit of reconciliation, we honour and acknowledge Treaty 7 lands, which are the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy consisting of Siksika Nation, Kainai Nation and Piikani Nation, Treaty 7 also includes Tsuu’tina Nation and Stoney Nakota Nation which is comprised of the Bearspaw First Nation, Chiniki First Nation and Goodstoney First Nation, and an important trading centre for the Metis of Region 3 of the Metis Nation of Alberta. We recognize that we are Treaty people and have a responsibility to understand our history and the spirit and intent of Treaty 7 so that we can honour the past, be aware of the present, and build a just and caring future based on peace, friendship and understanding.