A symbol of commitment to honouring the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, Superior Heights has unveiled a five-panel mural created by area students with assistance from local Anishinaabe artist Lucia Laford .
"The mural is a testament to the power of art to inspire, connect, and transform lives. It is a reminder that we are all part of a larger community and that we must work together to build a better and more inclusive world."Superior Heights Collegiate and Vocational School is proud to announce the unveiling of a new, five-panel mural celebrating Indigenous culture and values within the school.
Throughout the process, important symbols were discussed such as the turtle and Turtle Island. Central to the mural is a turtle with a sacred fire on its back. The flames and smoke from the fire carry upwards and surround Mother Earth in the shape of a heart. This reminds the viewer of our obligation to take care of the land and all of creation. Above the earth is a bird embracing the heart with its wings.
On the left side the forest, the plant life and many creatures that walk the land are honoured. The tree that cradles the left side showcases all four seasons and the changes that occur in nature but also the changes that occur in us as time passes. The four sacred medicines are seen throughout the mural and are tied to the medicine wheel and many teachings discussed in the process.