The Medicine Hat Public Library is setting aside $5,000 for Indigenous-led projects. These projects look to bring more Indigenous culture and knowledge into it’s existing services.
The initiative was announce during the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and allows Indigenous individuals or those with connections to the community to submit project proposals to the library.
According to the library, the initiative has been in the works for years, and that the library had consulted with Indigenous peoples regarding how the project should take shape.
The money can be used for a variety of things, like books, artwork, public programs, traditional teachings, and even an Elder-in-residence. The library is also keeping the application process simple, and is open to feedback.
This was also joined by another announcement; that teepees are returning to the grass outside the library, which they say makes the connection the history of the area more real.
Proposals must come from an Indigenous person, or someone connected to the community, and must connect back to the culture. Proposals will be accepted until the funding has been allocated. Applications are available through the Medicine Hat Public Library’s website or in person at the library.
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