Since 2021, we have recognized September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (also called ‘Orange Shirt Day’), a designated day of remembrance to #honour the lost children and survivors of Canada’s Indigenous residential school system. This day is another small step towards #reconciliation of the painful #history for Indigenous people.

In recognition of this day, our office will be closed on Monday, Oct. 02 (in lieu of Saturday, Sept. 30). We encourage our staff and their loved ones to #reflect on the past and help increase #awareness. It is still a significant issue today that deserves our attention.

PS. Many events are being held in Calgary on September 30th to honour this day and offer learning experiences, including:

Orange Shirt Day @ Fort Calgary – https://lnkd.in/g5HRxcAF
Indigenous Showcase & Market @ Jack Singer Concert Hall – https://lnkd.in/gr53ZD9B
Truth & Reconciliation Mini Traditional Pow Wow @ Bob Bahan Pool & Soccer Field – https://lnkd.in/gw72KP2f
The Children Commemorative Walk & Gathering @ City Hall – https://lnkd.in/gZGsYj6q
Indigenous Placemaking Installations by Treaty 7-connected Artists @ 8 different public libraries – https://lnkd.in/gHGEkbUF
Please check your local news/social feeds for more #events

#truthandreconciliation #NDTR #orangeshirtday #everychildmatters #journeyengineering