Saturday, September 30th, is Truth and Reconciliation Day in B.C., although many businesses and schools will take the statutory holiday on Monday, October 2nd.

This statutory holiday is a response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #80, calling on the federal government to establish a day to honour survivors, their families and communities.

Learning and commemorating the truth of our history from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit knowledge keepers is an important part of the path of reconciliation.

Here are some ways for You and Others to learn and participate in the National Truth and Reconciliation Day this year…. 

ONLINE

Rethinking Reconciliation with Indigenous Artist Miriam Berndt and Grace Ulu (Pre-recorded talk) on September 30th

1:00 – 2:30 pm

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_THJ11GWeRZeBXYYxRPJXrw#/registration

ABBOTSFORD

Stetis imexstowx (Halq’eméylem: Walk Beside Us)

Civic Plaza/Thunderbird Square

32388 Veterans Way

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

MISSION

Fraser River Heritage Park

7494 Mary Street

Attendees are asked to wear orange, as well as bring their own chairs, snacks, and water.

Participants are also welcome to bring your drum and encouraged to join in the drumming.

Elder parking is available onsite. Contact Marcy Buell at marcy.buell@mpsd.ca or 604 826-3103 for an Elder parking pass.

Additional parking is available at Heritage Park Middle School and Windebank Elementary.

Starts at 11 a.m.

CHILLIWACK

2nd Annual Reconciliation Powwow on September 30th

Chilliwack Secondary 46363 Yale Rd, E, Chilliwack

Starting at 1pm

This is a free event

WHITE ROCK

Semiahmoo First Nation’s 3rd Annual Walk for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

15400 Marine Drive

Starting near Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Plaza and ending at Semiahmoo Park

VANCOUVER

Indigenous artist James Harry discusses his newest project with SOS Children’s Village B.C. on September 30th

1174 Welch Street

1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

MAPLE RIDGE

“The Healing Journey Continues Through Truth and Reconciliation” event on September 30th

Memorial Peace Park

11930 224 Street

10 am until 2:30pm

More Information:

National Centre For Truth and Reconciliation

Home

Government Of Canada

https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html