Truth Tellers
It is an honour and privilege to sit in circle with one another and hear the teachings of those who share their truth with us. It is with deep gratitude that we acknowledge that each artist who leads a sharing circle has abundant knowledge, experience, and wisdom to share. Here's a little more about them.
Hearing and telling truths can be very difficult and can cause trauma to resurface. If you experience emotional distress as part of a Sharing Circle or as part of the journey toward reconciliation we encourage you to reach out and connect with the:
There is a Hope for Wellness Helpline Hotline available 24/7 to all Indigenous people across Canada.
Home - Hope for Wellness Helpline or 1-855-242-3310
or
The National Residential School Survivor Crisis Line
1-866-925-4419
Ronnie Dean Harris (Ostwelve)
Ronnie Dean Harris (Ostwelve) is a Stō:lo/St’át'imc/Nlaka'pamux artist, researcher, and cultural leader based in New Westminster, B.C. Beginning his career in music, Ronnie’s multidisciplinary work spans sound design, visual arts, film, television, and community-based education, rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems and contemporary practice. His compositions and performances have appeared internationally, including work on Moccasin Flats, The Road Forward (NFB), and the Emmy Award-winning PBS series Molly of Denali.
In addition to his artistic contributions, Ronnie engages in research focusing on Indigenous history, cosmology, genealogy, and policy. He has served as a program leader and cultural developer for organizations such as the Community Arts Council of Vancouver, Massey Theatre, and the 2 Rivers Remix Society, where he currently serves as a board member and MC. His current projects include advancing the GeoHazards Indigenous Mapping Project and supporting Indigenous resurgence initiatives through 2 Rivers Remix.
Website: https://ostwelvemusic.com/