Blackhawks to honor Native American people by reading a Land Acknowledgement statement before every home

The Chicago Blackhawks are going to do their part in showing respect to the Native American community moving forward.

The team has confirmed that they will read a Land Acknowledgement statement before every home starting in the 2020/2021 NHL season.

“The Chicago Blackhawks continue to grow in our commitments to honour and celebrate Black Hawk’s legacy by offering our platforms, making meaningful contributions, collaborating with Native American people, and reimagining ways to support the many Native American people and communities we live amongst and alongside,” said the team in a statement.

“Part of this work will include working with Native partners in educating our staff, fans and local community on the history of Black Hawk and original peoples of Illinois, as well as on Native American contributions to today’s society. We will also continue to expand our investments in Native individuals and communities. Through these initiatives, we endeavour to build a community that is informed and respectful of Native American people and their culture.”