2018
75” × 67” × 4”

Made In Canada (2018), commissioned by the Dunlop Gallery for Canada’s 150th anniversary, presents a highway sign reading “WE ARE SORRY” in bold letters, with a smaller tab stating “FOREVER.” This ambiguous apology invokes the stereotype of Canadian politeness while critiquing the performative nature of apologies, particularly within political contexts where repetition risks hollowing out meaning.

The official aesthetic of the sign implies an authoritative voice, yet the perpetual nature of “FOREVER” calls into question its sincerity, suggesting an ongoing need for amends. Originally intended for installation in Blaine Lake, Saskatchewan, the piece evokes the historical context of the Canadian government’s unfulfilled promises to the Dukhobor community. In merging present-day tropes with a legacy of institutional apology, Made In Canada examines the complexities of reconciliation within political and historical narratives.

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