Alha Disnii - My Truth

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"My name is Corinne George. I am Wet’suwet’en with Gitksan lineage from the Gidimt’en (Bear) Clan. This is my truth, and through sharing my truth, I strive for ongoing healing and to continue the journey of reconciliation.

As a Wet’suwet’en woman born and raised on what is now known as the 'Highway of Tears,' it was not uncommon to receive inferior treatment. There were even times when I was overtly targeted. It has been very common for people to outwardly refuse to acknowledge my existence as a human being. 

I was always afraid to share my truth because I did not want to be stigmatized. I am the daughter of a residential school survivor and a WWII veteran. As a result of colonization, I have encountered incredible levels of trauma.

 
I need to acknowledge and speak my truth.

 
As I share my pain and experiences, I have gathered self-awareness and every time I speak about my trauma, I heal a little bit more.
I do not deserve to be treated like I do not exist.

 
Despite the historical impacts of colonization and trauma, my connections to my ancestral ways and my identity have been critical. This is how I survived and how I strive to thrive."

Author: Corinne George

Size: 7.5" x 5"

Pages: 128 pages

Cover: softcover

Language: English

ISBN: 9781778540417

Booklife Review: My Truth

“A commanding debut…” —Booklife Review

August 12, 2024

‘Mutual respect among neighbours’

I look forward to a future volume by this author. I’m anticipating a book where Corinne George will tell us the story of how she achieved her PhD. That’s the one thing missing from this narrative.

December 4, 2024

Burns Lake resident Corinne George releases memoir 'Alha Disnii: My Truth'

Through the book, George offers a unique perspective on the ongoing impacts of colonization, the resilience of Indigenous peoples, and the importance of healing and reconciliation.

November 14, 2024