By Sean Graham
This week, I talk with Cody Groat, author of Always Part of the Land: The Federal Commemoration of Indigenous Histories. We 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. We 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, “Plaque unveiled to honour Coast Salish knitters and the Cowichan sweater,” Nanaimo Bulletin, April 2, 2026.
Sean Graham is a cultural historian, an Adjunct Professor at Carleton University, and a contributing editor with Activehistory.ca
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