This Saturday, September 30th, is a day to honour residential school Survivors and the children who didn’t return home. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also recognized as Orange Shirt Day, holds immense significance as an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and acknowledge the experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada. It serves as a solemn reminder of the profound impact of the residential school system on all the lives and communities affected, and the lasting intergenerational trauma it has caused.
NDTR serves as a reminder for all Canadians to understand our collective responsibility in creating a more inclusive and equitable society. It offers an important moment to come together and learn from our past, fostering healing, understanding, and partnership with Indigenous communities.
Together, we support Survivors, families, and communities affected by the residential school system. At the heart of reconciliation is the recognition of the harm they have suffered. This is a day to engage in meaningful discussions, educate ourselves about the history and ongoing issues faced by Indigenous peoples, and consider actionable steps towards reconciliation.
Let us also remember and honour the resilience, strength, and diverse cultures of Indigenous peoples.
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The CF Ontario office will be closed for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Since the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation takes place on a weekend, CF Ontario will be closed on Monday, October 2 so team members can observe the commemorative day.
We recognize the importance of putting reconciliation into action and taking time on this day to honour, acknowledge, reflect on, and learn more about the impacts of Canada’s residential school system on Indigenous communities.