National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, is a time to remember the lives of survivors and those affected by the legacy of residential schools. It was inspired by Phyllis Webstad, who had her favorite orange shirt taken from her on her first day at a residential school when she was six.
September 30 is an opportunity for meaningful discussion and reflection to affirm the lives of survivors and those affected.
Starting on September 26 and leading up to the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day on September 30, we will be honouring the healing journey of residential school survivors, their families, and those who did not make it home.
We encourage students and staff to join the cross-campus ReconciliACTION pledge. By pledging, we commit to specific acts of reconciliation, such as learning about local Indigenous history, attending related events, and volunteering.
Together, let’s create a ‘wall of commitment’ to honour Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This ‘wall of commitment’ represents our collective dedication to the reconciliation process.