{"id":270200,"date":"2020-09-29T02:12:12","date_gmt":"2020-09-29T06:12:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=270200"},"modified":"2020-09-29T02:12:12","modified_gmt":"2020-09-29T06:12:12","slug":"madbin-jina-caldwell-first-nation-and-parks-canada-unveil-a-new-sign-that-conveys-the-warmest-of-welcomes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2020\/09\/29\/madbin-jina-caldwell-first-nation-and-parks-canada-unveil-a-new-sign-that-conveys-the-warmest-of-welcomes\/","title":{"rendered":"Madbin Jina: Caldwell First Nation and Parks Canada unveil a new sign that conveys the warmest of welcomes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Figure 1 Caldwell First Nation and Point Pelee National Park unveil new name for existing Day Use Area: Madbin Jina, which means \u201ccome sit awhile\u201d. Credit: Parks Canada via Government of Canada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Parks Canada collaborates with and are partners with Indigenous peoples across Canada, in conserving natural and cultural heritage and sharing stories of these treasured places.<\/p>\n

It is with this in mind that this past Saturday, September 26, 2020, the Point Pelee National Park day-use area formerly known as “Pioneer” was renamed\u201d Madbin Jina\u201d, as members of Caldwell First Nation, Walpole Island First Nation and Parks Canada staff gathered for a small ceremony to unveil the new road sign and interpretive elements in the park. The new name; \u201cMadbin Jina\u201d, invites visitors to come \u2018sit a while\u2019 and invokes a traditional expression for welcoming guests in the Anishinaabe language, Anishinaabemowin.<\/p>\n

As spoken by Knowledge-Keeper, Janne I. Peters of Caldwell First Nation:<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cIn the time of our Ancestors, if someone was new to the area, lost, cold or hungry, the People would invite them into their lodges to \u2018sit for a while\u2019.\u00a0\u00a0All who crossed their paths in peace were welcomed and cared for as they got their bearings, were fed and rested, all for a while (ajina).<\/em><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

In the Spirit of our Tradition, Point Pelee National Park continues welcoming visitors from everywhere.<\/em><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

When you read \u201cMadbin Jina\u201d know that the Ancestors are welcoming you to come \u2018sit a while\u2019 in peace, and enjoy what Mother Earth has to offer here.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

The \u201cMadbin Jina\u201d renaming signifies a shift and renewal in the approach to presenting the full scope of our shared history at Parks Canada\u2019s administered places to incorporate more inclusive and representative histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples. The idea of renaming this day-use area was brought forward by the park\u2019s First Nations Advisory Circle, which is composed of members of Caldwell and Walpole Island First Nations. It is one of a number of collaborative initiatives that Point Pelee National Park is currently working on with both First Nations.<\/p>\n

This renaming is part of a variety of projects to advance reconciliation, and to rebuild and strengthen the connection to the traditional culture and history of the park. These projects will not only focus on the implementation of First Nation stories throughout Point Pelee, but will also include\u00a0support for oral history gathering, historical and archaeological research, language revitalization initiatives, youth engagement, community training and skills development.<\/p>\n

The collaborative projects will support\u00a0Caldwell First Nation in crafting their own vision and telling their own stories to Canadians, enriching the experience of all visitors to Point Pelee National Park.<\/p>\n

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Additional multimedia<\/h2>\n

Figure 2 Tri-lingual interpretation panel installed at the newly renamed Madbin Jina Day Use Area, Point Pelee National Park. Credit : Parks Canada<\/p>\n

Quotes<\/h2>\n

\u201cThe Government of Canada is deeply committed to creating a system of national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas that tell the stories of who we are, and recognize and honour the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. This collaboration between Caldwell First Nation and Parks Canada is an important step towards reconciliation, as we seek to strengthen and renew relationships with Indigenous partners, based on a recognition of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson,
\nMinister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada<\/em><\/p>\n

“Since time immemorial, Caldwell First Nation has been welcoming people into our stories, lands, and traditions. \u201cMadbin Jina\u201d shares one part of that collective history. Sharing these stories is part of a series of projects that build connections and strengthen reconciliation between Point Pelee National Park and Caldwell First Nation. We look forward to the continued relationship between Caldwell First Nation and Point Pelee National Park as we invite you to \u201cMadbin Jina\u201d, which means to ‘sit a while’.”<\/p>\n

Council of Caldwell First Nation<\/em><\/p>\n

Quick facts<\/h2>\n
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  • Point Pelee National Park has a Memorandum of Cooperation with Caldwell First Nation and Walpole Island First Nation, both of which have traditional ties to the lands and waters within the Park.<\/li>\n
  • \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The lands of Point Pelee National Park are located on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations, comprised of the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomi.\u00a0\u00a0Specifically, this is the home of Caldwell First Nation, and part of the house of Walpole Island First Nation.<\/li>\n
  • Parks Canada has recently signed a contribution agreement to provide funds to support the Caldwell First Nation in the development of interpretive content, language revitalization programs, youth engagement, and training.<\/li>\n
  • Caldwell First Nation and Walpole Island First Nation are regularly involved in the planning and implementation of restoration and conservation projects as well as archaeological work, and have opportunities to share and incorporate traditional knowledge, ceremonies and blessings in Point Pelee National Park.<\/li>\n
  • Point Pelee National Park is open daily from 7:00 am to sunset. Camping reservations for 2020 are now open for Point Pelee\u2019s 24\u00a0oTENTik sites, and can be made\u00a0by visiting Parks Canada\u2019s Reservation website at\u00a0www.reservation.pc.gc.ca\u00a0or by calling 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783).<\/li>\n
  • Visiting Point Pelee National Park will be different than it has been in the past. Visitors are asked to plan ahead by checking the Point Pelee National Park website at\u00a0www.pc.gc.ca\/pelee\u00a0before they travel for updates on what is open and what is closed, as well as information about safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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