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An Indigenous leader who has dedicated her life to Indigenous Rights, Jody Wilson-Raybould has represented both First Nations and the Crown at the highest levels. And she is not afraid to give Canadians what they need most – straight talk on what has to be done to move beyond our colonial legacy and achieve true reconciliation in Canada. In this powerful book, drawn from speeches and other writings, she urges all Canadians – both Indigenous and non-Indigenous – to build upon the momentum already gained or risk hard-won progress being lost. The good news is that Indigenous Nations already have the solutions. But now is time to act and build a shared postcolonial future based on the foundations of trust, cooperation, recognition, and good governance.

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The story of this ongoing narrative is of a cultural bridge disrespected in bias against gender and culture and, with her, all of us ingenuous in our optimism, we feel the tragic loss of an opportunity squandered. -- Linda Rogers ― The Ormsby Review

Jody Wilson-Raybould was not only born to be a leader but accepted the role as her responsibility, and she has fulfilled it with honour and grace and courage. There is no one better-suited to reflect on the shared future of Canada and what needs to be done to make reconciliation a reality in this country. -- from the foreword by The Honourable Murray Sinclair, member of the Senate of Canada, and former Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

JWR is on target. This must-read book speaks about our journey to an Indigenous Quiet Revolution.

-- Ghislain Picard, Regional Chief, Assembly of First Nations Quebec and Labrador

Writing from both the Big House and the House on Parliament Hill, Jody Wilson-Raybould offers unique and profound perspectives from two worlds. In this book, she maps out how First Nations can overcome the struggles of the colonial world and move toward a self-determined future in a world that is better for all. Jody’s vision is clear, and her voice is essential for understanding the urgency needed for colonial and First Nations governments to develop both the political will and the commitment to action needed for a better Canada.

-- Terry Teegee, Regional Chief, British Columbia Assembly of First Nations

Canadians came to understand Jody Wilson-Raybould’s passion and commitment for judicial and political reform through her work as the federal Minister of Justice. Behind her engagement in the cut and thrust of politics, however, lay one of the country’s most informed and thoughtful minds. In this much-anticipated book, Wilson-Raybould explains the cultural and historical roots of Indigenous hurt, anger, and despair. But true to her nature, she also offers the country a practical, reasonable, and viable path towards real and lasting reconciliation. This is a brilliant view of what is both possible and necessary.

-- Ken Coates, Canada Research Chair in Regional Innovation, and co-author of From Treaty Peoples to Treaty Nation: A Road Map for All Canadians

From Where I Stand is a must-read book for all Canadians. Puglaas shares a clear understanding of where we have come from, the issues we must address, and the pathways to a transformed future. Having witnessed her remarkable courage and capacity as Canada’s attorney general and her determination to do what is right without succumbing to unrelenting political pressure, Puglaas stands tall among Canadians as a person for whom truth, thoughtfulness, and principle are not mere words – but values to sustain a different kind of policy and politics.

-- Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond (Aki-Kwe), Professor of Law, Allard Law School UBC, and Director of the Residential School History and Dialogue Centre

Jody Wilson-Raybould’s quest for justice has long driven her work. I first saw this when she was a law student and this commitment to justice has only been deepened by subsequent public service. Her unwavering commitment to reconciliation, balance, and good governance springs off every page of this book. -- John Borrows, Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Law, University of Victoria Law School --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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This is the book that all Canadians – both Indigenous and non-Indigenous – need to read if we want to make reconciliation and strong, healthy Indigenous Nations a reality in this country.

--This text refers to the paperback edition.

About the Author

The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, PC, QC, MP, also known by her initials JWR and by her ancestral name Puglaas, is a lawyer, advocate, and a proud Indigenous Canadian. She is a descendant of the Musgamagw Tsawataineuk and Laich-Kwil-Tach peoples, which are part of the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw or Kwak’wala-speaking peoples, and she is a member of the We Wai Kai Nation.

Throughout her career, Ms. Wilson-Raybould has built a strong reputation as a bridge builder between communities and a champion of good governance, justice, and accountability. She was elected as the Member of Parliament for the new constituency of Vancouver Granville in October 2015. On November 4, 2015, she was appointed the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, making her the first Indigenous person to serve in this portfolio. She then served as Minister of Veterans Affairs from January 14, 2019, to February 12, 2019.

Prior to entering politics, she was a provincial Crown prosecutor in Vancouver and later served as an adviser at the BC Treaty Commission, a body established to oversee complex treaty negotiations between First Nations and the Crown. In 2004, she was elected as Commissioner by the Chiefs of the First Nations Summit.

In 2009, Ms. Wilson-Raybould was elected BC Regional Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, where she devoted herself to the advancement of First Nations governance, fair access to lands and resources, as well as improved education and health care services. She was re-elected as Regional Chief in 2012 and served until 2015, holding responsibilities for governance and nation building on the Assembly of First Nations National Executive. Ms. Wilson-Raybould also served two terms as an elected Councillor for the We Wai Kai Nation between 2009 and 2015.

An active volunteer in the community, Ms. Wilson-Raybould has been a director for Capilano College, the Minerva Foundation for BC Women, the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre, and the National Centre for First Nations Governance. She was also a director on the First Nations Lands Advisory Board and Chair of the First Nations Finance Authority.

Ms. Wilson-Raybould lives in Vancouver and is married to Dr. Tim Raybould.

--This text refers to the paperback edition.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07WGXVQRC
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Purich Books; Illustrated edition (Sept. 20 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2151 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 252 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0774880538

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Speeches made by JWR over a 10-year span

Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2019

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This book is a series of speeches or addresses made by JWR to differing forums, often Indigenous. Each address is clearly and crisply laid out. Her aim is to implement the United Nations declaration of the rights of indigenous peoples (UNDRIP) in Canada. So much is laudable.
One of the problems with the format is the implicit considerable and tedious repetition. Another is that the lay (non-legal) public, like myself, are not familiar with legal declarations such as UNDRIP and section 35 of the Charter for Canada.
JWR clearly has a fine brain and a real grip on the issues. But, by excising the repetition and giving statements of UNDRIP, section 35 and so forth, with discussion, the book would be much more accessible to lay readers like myself.
I have great admiration for her courage and honour as the Attorney General of Canada and contempt for her treatment by the Liberal Party of Canada and its leader.
I am troubled by signs of rigidity in certain statements that she makes in the book, such as 'Chiefs are always men' and so on. The Indigenous peoples themselves should be given the opportunity by their leaders to show flexibility in creating their own rules and laws.

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David Keay

Don’t try and rehash old speeches and pass it off as a book

Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2021

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I like Ms Wilson Raybold and believe she has something to say, but I don’t think the format of a few old speeches is the way to go. I liked her chapter headings and thought she was going to say something both profound and interesting. But I was mistaken. If she had taken the subjects she was trying to express and just written a book, I believe I would have learned more.

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Gordon Ritchie

Important Contribution to Public Debate

Reviewed in Canada on April 10, 2022

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This is not the memoir of Jody Wilson-Raybold's fall from favour as a senior minister of the Trudeau Government. That can also be found on Amazon. This is, instead, a collection of this indigenous leader's speeches before, during and after her time in government. From these speeches one can see the role she played in laying out in clear terms the critical issues of indigenous rights and reconciliation. Her departure was a serious loss for intelligent public discourse in Canada and a shameful episode in the ethically-challenged course of Justin Trudeau's government.

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Cat S.

Such an important voice

Reviewed in Canada on December 27, 2020

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This is collection of Jody Wilson-Raybould's speeches is a wonderful way to get to know her valuable and distinct point of view. She eloquently lays out issues facing Indigenous Peoples in Canada and offers solutions too.

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Matthew Hogan

Powerful Book

Reviewed in Canada on October 23, 2019

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The book isn't super political like one might expect from a person who just got kicked out of a political party. Powerful read. Real strong Aboringal issues and methods to start solving those issues. I have many of my friends wanting to borrow the book.

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Jo-anne Laframboise

Making Up For Our Past Injustices

Reviewed in Canada on March 14, 2020

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More folks should read this book. It needs more promotion. Working in the past with indigenous folks, I can feel the pain they have endured over time and we need to give back when and where possible with honesty and integrity.

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Paul Goldsby

Good read!

Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2020

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Was an important addition to my native studies/

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Cleo Moxey

Great book

Reviewed in Canada on March 19, 2022

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Great book great price

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