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Today, on the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, our community united in orange shirts as a symbol of solidarity with Indigenous communities and as a powerful reminder of the profound injustices of the residential school system. This day serves to reflect on the deep and lasting impact of these institutions, which, beginning in the late 1800s, forcibly separated First Nations children from their families and communities. It is heartbreaking to acknowledge that the last of these schools closed just over 25 years ago.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our French and Science teacher, Mr. Marty-Kanatakhatsus Meunier, for sharing his personal experiences and lending his voice to this vital cause. During chapel on both Friday and Monday, Mr. Meunier delivered a moving presentation on the significance of Orange Shirt Day and the ongoing work of truth and reconciliation. We encourage everyone to view the impactful presentations by watching the livestream recordings from Friday, September 27, and Monday, September 30.

This afternoon, our community gathered in the Quad for a powerful drumming ceremony. Following this, we came together for our ‘Every Child Matters’ walk through the campus trails—a moment of collective reflection and commitment to honouring Indigenous survivors and their families.

We honour our Indigenous communities and reaffirm our dedication to continuing these essential conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the year. To learn more about the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation and the legacy of Orange Shirt Day, visit the official website.