National Day of Truth and Reconciliation – September 30, 2025

Truth and Reconciliation Day – September 30

Each year on September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the children who never returned home from residential schools, the Survivors, and their families and communities. It is a time to remember the tragic legacy of residential schools and to recognize their ongoing impacts. Public commemoration is an essential step in the reconciliation process.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was established as a federal statutory holiday through amendments made by Parliament.

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Wear Orange
September 30 is also Orange Shirt Day, a movement led by Indigenous communities to raise awareness about the intergenerational impacts of residential schools. The orange shirt symbolizes the loss of culture, freedom, and self-esteem that many Indigenous children endured. It stands as a reminder that “Every Child Matters.” On this day, Canadians are encouraged to wear orange in solidarity and to honour Survivors and their families.

You can also download resources and share how you are marking the day on social media using the hashtag #NDTR.

Community Events
On September 30, several events took place in our community to honour the day and encourage learning, reflection, and action. Below are some highlights (with links to host websites for more details):

• 5th Annual National Day for Truth & Reconciliation – Honour Walk & Awareness Event
  Victoria Park, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  Everyone is welcome to join the Honour Walk. Following the walk, participants are invited to share messages of hope and reconciliation back at the park. For more information visit HERE

•  Orange Shirt Day with the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Network (EDIN)
  mâmawêyatitân centre, 9:00 AM – Pipe Ceremony
  10:30 AM – Program begins
  12:30 PM – Lunch provided For more information visit HERE

Mackenzie Art Gallery – Free Admission Day
The gallery opened its doors for free admission on September 30, offering exhibitions, dialogues, and interactive creative activities focused on reconciliation.

For more information Click HERE