At Cochrane Saxberg, we are honoured to highlight a profound moment shared by our General Counsel, Murray Sinclair, in a recent feature on CBC’s The Current. In this segment, Sinclair, former judge, senator, and chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, reads an excerpt from his memoir Who We Are: Four Questions For a Life and a Nation. The memoir weaves together personal stories, reflections on Indigenous rights, and deep insights into Canada’s path toward truth and reconciliation.
In his reading, Sinclair shares poignant reflections on the ongoing struggle for recognition and respect for Indigenous peoples in Canada. He recounts his personal journey—growing up in a world that often misunderstood or ignored Indigenous realities, and his resolve to bring these critical issues to the forefront of the nation’s consciousness. Sinclair’s words draw attention to systemic racism, the enduring legacy of colonialism, and the need for storytelling as a vital tool in the process of healing and reconciliation. His personal experiences provide an intimate and compelling lens through which to view these national conversations.
Sinclair’s message is one of resilience and hope, as he urges Canadians to engage deeply with the truths of the past and consider how those truths shape our collective future. His memoir, Who We Are, invites readers to confront four fundamental questions—Who are you? Where do you come from? Where are you going? And, why are you here?—questions that resonate not only for individuals but also for the soul of the nation as it moves forward on the path of reconciliation. We encourage everyone to listen to his reading on The Current and explore the critical reflections shared in his memoir. For more information on Murray Sinclair’s work and his ongoing contributions to the conversation on reconciliation, visit the full feature on CBC’s The Current here.
