Emis Akbari
Executive Director,
Atkinson Centre
Kerry McCuaig
Senior Fellow Early Childhood Policy,
Atkinson Centre
Michal Perlman
Chair,
Atkinson Centre
Stacey Mudie
Project Coordinator,
Atkinson Centre
Daniel Foster
Policy Researcher,
Atkinson Centre
Land Acknowledgment
At the Atkinson Centre, we recognize that our work, and the work of our partners, takes place on the traditional lands of Indigenous Nations across what is now known as Canada. These lands have been home to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples since time immemorial, and we acknowledge the treaties, agreements, and unceded territories that continue to shape this country.
We are deeply grateful to Indigenous communities for their ongoing stewardship of these lands and for their contributions to the strength and well-being of all who live here. We are honoured to work alongside Indigenous child care providers, families, and communities and are committed to fostering respectful and reciprocal relationships.
We recognize the significance of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action, particularly those related to early childhood education and policy. We reaffirm our respect for Indigenous rights and acknowledge Canada’s responsibilities in the ongoing work of reconciliation.
