From Recognition to Action: National Truth and Reconciliation Day
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September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to acknowledge, reflect on and learn about the tragic legacy of residential schools, the missing children, the families left behind and the survivors of these institutions. This painful history of colonization, residential schools and the system of oppression and racism continues to impact Indigenous peoples across Turtle Island to this day.
As an ally organization, The Canadian Black Standard is committed to making space today and every day for our Indigenous brothers and sisters. We see you and we walk united.
Truth and Reconciliation is not a one-day affair – it is 365, all day err day.
Most importantly National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is about non-Indigenous folks taking meaningful action to support, celebrate and protect Indigenous peoples.
Here are a few ways you can engage:
Read books by Indigenous authors
Watch films by Indigenous creators
Listen to podcasts that centre Indigenous voices
Participate in Indigenous-led community events
Reach out to local government leaders about how they are enacting TRC’s 94 Calls to Action
Here are some resources to learn more about Truth and Reconciliation:
The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls To Justice
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People National Action Plan
Downie Wenjack Fund: Stories of residential school survivors
The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Orange Shirt Society - Reconciliation Hub - Every Child Matters
Every Child Matters Series - National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation:
The journey of reconciliation is ongoing. Together, as people + women of colour, we can collectively move towards a more inclusive and equitable country that is rooted in respect and belonging.
