You pose an interesting question, Lin. We live in a very white, conservative thinking area. Families have lived here for literally generations. Neither you nor your neighbour will be moving on, so there is a very strong social understanding to “live and let live,” to “get along” because you have to. In reality, most people are starting to hear more about Indigenous issues following the federal Truth and Reconciliation commission hearings and report on residential schools. But that said, they are likely not aware of the TRC recommendations and while many would seriously regret that part of our history, many would feel it’s not a huge issue in our communities. There is a group that is working to broaden community understandings of Indigenous issues, but while they have had reasonable turnouts to their meetings, they represent a small percentage of the population. The school division is working to broaden ties with our Indigenous community, but work there is also slow. I guess in reality perceptions and beliefs that have been in place for decades will take time to change. Patience and persistence are necessary.