This NFT marks Canada's first National Day for Truth & Reconciliation on October 1, 2021.

This picture shows a statue of Louis Riel who was a Métis leader during the formation of the province and is often called the Father of Manitoba. He was hanged by the Canadian government for his participation in the North-West Rebellion in 1885. He was a fierce advocate for Indigenous rights and a freedom fighter who also briefly held elected office.

We should see more statues of Indigenous leaders being immortalized like this, and fewer statues paying homage to a colonial regime that caused untold misery for so many people.

I am creating this Reconciliation collection to mint photography that shows my support for the struggle to end colonialism and uplift Indigenous communities, with 50% of all proceeds being donated to United Way Winnipeg for Indigenous-led community organizations.

These NFTs are primarily time capsules but also function as fundraising for my community and future projects.