Suggestions for Meaningful Action on September 30
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation falls on a Monday this year, and events are occurring across the Lower Mainland and up the Sea to Sky to mark the day.
At the O'Siyam Pavilion in Squamish from 12:30 to 5 p.m. you can join the annual march to honour residential school survivors and their families. More information can be found HERE.
The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler (SLCC) is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering events including speakers, cultural sharing, carving and weaving demonstrations, crafts and First Nations-inspired cuisine.
Until September 30, MONOVA, the Museum of North Vancouver is offering 'Sharing Community Voices', a reflection on Indigenous histories and cultures on the North Shore and across Canada, presented by Capilano University students. Displays are open from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. daily.
The Vancouver Aquarium will offer Indigenous storytelling, crafts and food for visitors throughout the day. Find out more HERE
For those planning to enjoy the long weekend closer to home, there are still many ways to acknowledge past harms done to Indigenous peoples and to support reconciliation. These include:
Add ATPN News to your collection of news sources.
Read and discuss the 94 Calls to Action with your family.
Offer tangible financial support to Indigenous land defenders with Raven Trust
CBC offers Indigenous stories which is a collection of shows, movies, and documentaries featuring the history and stories of and by Indigenous Peoples.
Shop Indigenous! Birch Hill Studio in Vernon BC, is Indigenous-owned and female-run, and offers a carefully curated selection of products.
What will you do to mark the day?
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