Land acknowledgement

On behalf of King Township citizens, staff and visitors, we acknowledge that the Township of King sits within the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Williams Treaty First Nation, as well as the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee peoples.

We ask everyone to reflect on the Indigenous nations that have lived on this land since time immemorial and how, as individuals, we can take steps towards reconciliation. Together, we will continue to partner with Indigenous peoples and communities to celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of Indigenous people; and, work towards healing a difficult past to create a more respectful future for several generations to come.

For more information on Indigenous initiatives in King please contact the King Heritage & Cultural Centre at kingmuseum@king.ca

Treaty Map
Truth & Reconciliation
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Our Treaty Partners:
- Mississaugas of the Credit
- Chippewas of Georgina Island or Scugog
A Land Acknowledgement expresses gratitude to the Indigenous people whose territory we reside on and honors those who have lived here since time immemorial. More importantly, it acknowledges that Indigenous communities reside within these territories today, as their roles continue to shape our present and future. This message is crucial in understanding the history that brought us here and our dynamic role within it. Land Acknowledgments also highlight the effects of colonialism ongoing to this day, requiring mindfulness of our present participation. This practice follows Indigenous protocol, respecting the original stewards of the land.
Back in 2021, we created a temporary Land Acknowledgement for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
In 2023, our staff took training on Land Acknowledgements to make them more impactful and supportive of Indigenous communities. This led to a new draft, which was refined with the help of Indigenous expert Andrew McConnell. We also checked it against the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) guidelines to ensure it followed their protocols.
The final version was approved by MCFN without any further changes.

Watermain swabbing happening in King Township until October 25

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