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In this powerful episode of the Backroads Bill Podcast, retired police officer and Indigenous educator George Couchie shares his journey from policing to healing — and why truth and reconciliation in Canada is more urgent than ever.
Hear firsthand stories about residential schools, systemic racism, Indigenous youth trauma, and the transformation of police training in Ontario.
Whether you're Canadian or not, this is a raw, eye-opening conversation you won’t forget.
00:00 - Welcome & Introduction 03:00 - Policing in Two Worlds 10:30 - Breaking the Silence: Residential School Abuse 17:50 - Creating the Native Awareness Program 23:15 - Talking Circles & Sweat Lodges: A Path to Healing 29:40 - Trauma, Addiction & Cultural Belonging 36:55 - Graveyards Without Names: Uncovering the Truth 44:20 - From Shame to Pride: Rebuilding Indigenous Identity 50:10 - A Message to Indigenous Youth 57:45 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action
