Today, Canada Life, along with Power Corporation of Canada, announced a $2 million gift for the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) to help build their permanent home. This new space will accommodate the Centre’s growing work and guide our country on its path to truth and reconciliation.

As part of a major $40 million capital campaign, this gift will help the NCTR build a new, dedicated and permanent home located on the grounds of the University of Manitoba. Construction of the new facility will begin in 2026 and is slated to open in 2029.

“At Canada Life, we’re committed to advancing reconciliation and fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities across Canada,” said Paul Mahon, President and CEO, Canada Life. “A permanent facility for the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation will be a space for Survivors to share knowledge, a place where Indigenous cultures may grow and thrive, and a guiding light for all Canadians to learn, reflect, and grow, as we participate on the journey of reconciliation together. We’re honoured to be able to support this important project which will allow the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to leave a permanent legacy for all Canadians.”

“At Power Corporation, we believe in creating space — physical, human and symbolic — for reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples,” said Paul C. Genest, Senior Vice President, Power Corporation of Canada. “The new home of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation will be a lasting place of truth telling, learning, and healing for Survivors and for all Canadians. We’re honoured to support this important project and grateful to the NCTR for their strength, vision and leadership.”