The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation commemorates the ongoing legacy of residential schools.
The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities.
Flags at municipal facilities be flown at half-mast in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
On September 30, the public is invited to attend the South Island Powwow at Royal Athletic Park. The event runs from 10AM to 6PM.
From the event website:
The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. Through song and dance, we will celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency.
Councillor Cavens will be representing the Township as part of the official program, along with other representatives from the municipality.
Locally, the township will be illuminating Archie Browning in orange and inviting staff to wear their orange shirts through the week. Flags will also be lowered to half-mast. Online learning resources are posted for staff in addition to formal learning opportunities.
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation is offering daily lunch and learn sessions. Each video will be posted on YouTube to be viewed any time.
Many families take this time to attend local events; read, watch and listen to Indigenous-created content; support an Indigenous-owned business; talk to family, friends and coworkers about reconciliation, and wear an orange shirt.
Events
- Sept 28: National Truth & Reconciliation: Cedar Weaving Workshop (AGGV)
- Sept 29: Songs for Truth and Reconciliation (VCM)
- Sept 30: Reconciliation Day Ride (Capital Bike)
- See more events
Orange shirts can be purchased through various organizations. Some local resources:
Learning & Resources
- Township and First Nations relationships
- The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, Education Page
- Reconciliation Canada
- Reconciliation in Action: A National Engagement Strategy
Service changes for September 30
There are some service and schedule adjustments for September 30.