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    #60: Tech Inclusion and Indigenous Peoples

    October 14th, 2021 · 42 minutes

    Indigenous people often face an array of barriers to economic opportunity. Poverty, oppression and simple lack of access to the Internet service are among them. We'll talk about expanding opportunity to indigenous communities in Canada.

    Guest Starring: Jace Meyer

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    Jace Meyer – First Nations Technology Council
    Turtle Island | The Canadian Encyclopedia

    Jace uses the term "Turtle Island" at several points during the conversation. Here is a definition for those who aren't familiar with the term.

    Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada