Atomic Energy of Canada and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories are more than coexisting on unceded Algonquin lands, a portion of their facility has been bestowed with an Anishnabek name.
The site entrance building to the CNL campus is now known as the Minwamon Building, which means “clear path” in the Algonquin tongue.
A naming ceremony occurred Friday December 3rd.
CNL brass were on hand as Algonquin Negotiation Representatives Lynn Clouthier of the Ottawa Algonquin Community, and Connie Mielke, representing the Algonquins of Greater Golden Lake revealed the new name as part of the celebration.
A smudge ceremony by Elder Dan Ross commemorated the unveiling, which all parties believe will enhance the healing and reconciliation process at the local level.