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Stronger together

Story by Stacie Gaetz

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Photos by Kristy Reimer

Fall 2021

The Circle for Indigenous Relations, Airdrie & Area (CFIRAirdrie) is a grassroots community-driven initiative that is bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples together.

The group aims to gather residents of all backgrounds in peace and friendship, to build relationships, learn the truth, increase awareness and work towards genuine reconciliation in the Airdrie area.

CFIRAirdrie was organized by a team of dedicated volunteers in the summer of 2020 when conversations were held between interested community members and the City of Airdrie.

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