Sept. 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Declared a statutory holiday for federal employees in June of this year, the day corresponds to Orange Shirt Day.
“The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities,” states the official government web page. “Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.”
While this is the government’s official wording, the day will undoubtedly mean different things for different people.
What does it mean to you? Pick all that apply or enter your own answer.
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