‘Nation builder’ Gina Wilson striving for civil service where indigenous are ‘respected and included’

'I found that I was actually able to have more influence and make more changes within than I was outside the federal government,' says the high-ranking indigenous public servant.
Gina Wilson, an associate deputy minister for public safety, is being honoured in Ottawa Wednesday by the Famous 5 Foundation, which works to inspire and commemorate Canadian women.
A self-described indigenous activist, Gina Wilson never envisioned herself turning to the “dark side.” Offered a job with the federal government, long-held as an oppressive force against indigenous people like her, she sought out the guidance of her mentor, activist and Order of Canada recipien...

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