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This Sunday at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR), a collaborative project that includes music, dance, spoken word, visual art and more will showcase the power of stories to address Canada’s colonial legacy.

One Land, Two Hearts will feature the WhereWeStand project, which connects Indigenous peoples and non‐Indigenous newcomers across Canada. Participants engaged in intentional partnerships designed to encourage dialogue and collaboration, with each work reflecting the relationships between Indigenous communities and newcomers. The co‐created project is expressed in a variety of artistic mediums, through which the participants explored Canada’s colonial legacy while envisioning a future built on mutual respect and understanding.

“Art has a unique ability to heal and transform,” says Cyrus Sundar Singh, scholar, filmmaker and creative director of WhereWeStand. “The WhereWeStand project is not just about creativity; it's about forging meaningful connections and challenging the narratives that divide us.”

“Every piece of art represents a bridge between cultures,” adds Anna Triandafyllidou, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Migration and Integration at Toronto Metropolitan University, where the project was launched. “Through this project, we're addressing important social issues while fostering an environment of learning and empathy.”

What: One Land, Two Hearts: WhereWeStand
When: Sunday, November 17, 2024, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. CST
Where: Canadian Museum for Human Rights (85 Israel Asper Way)