This day reminds us that “Every Child Matters”
The orange shirt symbolizes the loss of culture, freedom, and self-esteem that many Indigenous children experienced.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day are both observed annually on September 30th, and they are dedicated to honouring Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities, and to recognize the lasting impacts of Canada’s Residential School system.
These commemorations provide an opportunity to deepen Canada’s understanding of the intergenerational effects of residential schools and to reflect on their enduring legacy as part of the ongoing journey toward truth, healing, and reconciliation.
You can learn more about National Truth & Reconciliation and its history by visiting the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation site below 👇
Photo via Waterloo Public Library
