Patrick Downie on Championing Causes that Inspired Gord Downie, and the Downie Wenjack Fund

As Indigenous History Month draws to a close, Patrick Downie catches up with Jason Rockman to discuss the significant relationship Patrick's late brother, and Tragically Hip frontman, Gord Downie had in improving "cultural understanding," while "creat[ing] a path toward[s] reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples" (https://www.downiewenjack.ca).

Patrick excitedly shares how he's proud to continue championing causes that inspired his brother's passion, and notes how causes like the Downie Wenjack fund are perfect ways for people to connect with resources that champion the quality of human rights for marginalized communities, particularly folks with Indigenous heritage.

Patrick acknowledges that recognition of Indigenous history and reconciliation of cultural injustice shouldn't be limited to one month of the year, and echoes Gord's cries for improved justice for all.

While Jason and Patrick's conversation is grounded in the serious bedrock that concerns the human right justice felt by future generations, the two still reminisce on their favourite Gord Downie moments, and through a quiet smile, Patrick describes what he believes made Gord one of the greatest frontmen to walk the stage.