July 8, 2025 — Grandmother’s Voice
Grandmother’s Voice, an Urban-Indigenous non-profit organization rooted in healing, connection, and culture, has launched a short community survey to better understand its reach and impact across Halton Region. The survey aims to document the relationships, events, and services that have supported organizations, Urban-Indigenous individuals, and families.
This initiative follows an Environmental Scan released in 2023, which revealed a significant gap in services and culture tailored to Urban-Indigenous populations in Halton. In response, Grandmother’s Voice (GV) is inviting community members, service providers, and organizational partners who have engaged with GV programming.
With support from the Halton Region Community Investment Fund (HRCIF), Grandmother’s Voice developed Circle for Change, a Community of Practice model designed to foster connection, collaboration, and cultural understanding. Funding from HRCIF not only supported the creation of this model but also helped to strengthen a foundation of community-led insight that this survey will now expand upon. The results will further inform the environmental scan and guide the development of future programming and initiatives.
Through cultural humility training, Indigenous land-based learning sessions, and Truth and Reconciliation gatherings, Grandmother’s Voice has built safe and inclusive spaces for learning, sharing, and healing.
“This work is more than programs or events—it’s about healing generations and rebuilding a community grounded in Indigenous knowledge, culture, love, and belonging,” says Jody Harbour, co-founder of Grandmother’s Voice. “By sharing your voice, you are helping us carry forward the stories, relationships, and teachings that will shape a stronger, more connected future for all our relations.”
To take the survey, click here.
The survey will be open until July 25, 2025. Grandmother’s Voice welcomes anyone who has walked alongside the organization, or is interested in beginning that journey, to contribute their voice and help build a fuller picture of the growing impact in the region.
