Orange Shirt Society

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation & Orange Shirt Day
2023-09-30 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Market Garden Park, 312 Durham Street, Walkerton, Ontario, Canada
Please join us for an afternoon of family friendly activities for all ages to mark this year’s Orange Shirt Day.
All are welcome. No cost to participate. Refreshments included.
Program of Events
2:00 p.m.
Meet at Market Garden (312 Durham Street, Walkerton)
2:10 p.m.
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement, members of Neyaashiinigmiing Council will be invited to speak and share
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Family friendly activities set up throughout the Market Garden
2:30 p.m.
“Memengwaa” book reading by local Indigenous author Dorothy Ladd (copies of the book are available for purchase and signing)
3:30 p.m.
Everyone will gather for a short group walk to the Walkerton Library front steps to honour, remember, and pay our respects to the survivors of Residential Schools, and those who never made it home. As in previous years, items may be left on the steps if you wish (natural items preferred such as paper, rocks, flowers, etc.)
PARKING
Parking is available in the public lot directly north of the Market Garden park at 305 Catherine Street, Walkerton.

Orange Shirt Day Community Walk (In-person)
2023-09-30 13:00 - 18:00 | King’s Navy Yard Park, 252 Dalhousie St., Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada

Community Gathering
2023-09-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Trout Lake Community Centre, 3360 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Join Nisga’a Ts’amiks Vancouver Society to honour the lost children and survivors from the Indian Residential Schooling system. The program will feature a ceremony, stories, drumming, and songs. All are welcome to attend and participate. Please meet at the south side of John Hendry Park.
Please visit www.tsamiks.com for more information.

Orange Shirt Day Official Program - Everyone Welcome
2023-09-30 09:30 - 17:00 | Williams Lake Stampede Grounds, 800 Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
The Orange Shirt Day Official Program. Everyone welcome!
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
WILLIAMS LAKE STAMPEDE GROUNDS

7:30 am Free Pancake Breakfast (only 800 available, first come first served)
9:30 am Opening Ceremonies & Speeches
10 am to 4 pm Artisan & Food Vendors
1 pm Indian Relay Races – admission by donation
1 pm Lahal tournament starts
5:00 pm Food Truck Dinner for Lahal players (first 400)
Wagon Rides throughout
Health & Wellness Services on site

CHIEF WILLIAM POW WOW ARBOR

5:00 Feast with speeches, story telling, and regalia dance – everyone welcome

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Commemorative Gathering
2023-09-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Join us to commemorate Indian residential school victims, honour survivors and their families, and commit to acting on reconciliation. Remembering the Children.

Multiple events with partners, Craft activities
2023-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation occurs on September 30. This day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and the resiliency of their communities.
Culture Days has set September 30, 2023 aside to create space exclusively for events organized to commemorate the NDTR, including those aimed at sharing First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit experiences and perspectives and uplifting the creative and cultural expressions of Indigenous people and communities.
For the full list of events, visit https://culturedays.ca/en/resources/truth-and-reconciliation.

Truth and Reconciliation Walk , Virtual Sessions
2023-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
Orange Shirt Day is a time of collective remembrance during which we honour those who attended Residential Schools as well as their families and communities. It is also a time to demonstrate personal and organizational commitments to reconciliation. This year Thursday, September 30 is Orange Shirt Day across Canada.
In-person events
Prince Rupert: Truth and Reconciliation Walk at Prince Rupert Middle School Track and Field
Thursday, September 30 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Join in a walk to commemorate Orange Shirt Day and to honour Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools across Canada. The goal is for participants to walk a minimum of 215 laps together as a community. Contact Friendship House Prince Rupert at AandD@friendshiphouse.ca for more information.
Dawson Creek: Orange Shirt Day March at N.A.R. Park
Thursday, September 30 at 3:00 pm
This annual march honours all those who have been affected by the Indian Residential School experience. Participants are encouraged to wear orange. More information and event details can be located on the event organizers’ Facebook page.
Virtual events
Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc world wide drumming circle
Thursday, September 30 at 2:15 pm
Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation is inviting people across the world to simultaneously drum for the missing children of Indian residential schools on the first ever National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. The time, 2:15 pm, was chosen to signify the 215 children found on the site of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in May of this year. Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc is urging everyone to learn the Secwepemc Honour Song, which can be accessed on YouTube.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation hosted by Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
All content is accessible on Thursday, September 30th.
This online discussion features speakers from across the country and is designed to explore this new day of reflection,  the significance of September 30, what this means for reconciliation in Canada, and how everyone can participate meaningfully.  For more information and full event details visit the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund website.
Truth and Reconciliation Talking Circle hosted by University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)
Thursday, September 30 at 10:00 am
This 90-minute event is open to everyone. The Talking Circle will feature singing, dancing and storytelling, as well as presentations from First Nations Studies Associate Professor, Dr. Daniel Sims; First Nations Studies Assistant Professor, Dr. Jessie King; and English Professor, Dr. Rob Budde. Special guests Kelsey Abraham and his daughter Bella Rain Abraham will perform traditional dances. Please visit the UNBC website for more details and to access the Zoom webinar link.
The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s Truth and Reconciliation Week
Monday, September 27 – Friday, October 1
Truth and Reconciliation Week is a 5-day national event that will include important conversations on topics including Treaties; First Nations, Métis, and Inuit land claims; and the residential school system. This online event will provide historical workshops, exclusive video content, and activities— all supported by artistic and cultural performances by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists. You can view more information and register for the event on the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s website.

Orange Shirt Day
2023-09-30 | Ontario

National commemorative gathering
2023-09-30 | Ontario
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

Reconciling History Tours
2023-09-30 | Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Ave, Vanier, Ontario, Canada
In honour of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we invite you to learn about Canada’s history in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, reflect on the legacy of the residential school system, and take action.
The Caring Society, in partnership with Assembly of Seven Generations (A7G) and Beechwood Cemetery, will once again host Orange Shirt Day 2023 on Unceded Algonquin Territory (Ottawa, Ontario).
Join us for a day of education, reflection, truth-telling and action at both Beechwood Cemetery and Downtown Ottawa!
For more information, visit: https://fncaringsociety.com/orange-shirt-day.

Cadmus Delorme Presentation
2023-09-29 12:30 - 13:30 | Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall – UCalgary, 206 University Ct NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Cadmus Delorme, a Cree and Saulteaux and former chief of Cowessess First Nation, shares his presentation, What We Inherited and Better Understanding Our Role in Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. Hosted by Dr. Shawna Cunningham, EdD, director of ii’ taa’poh’to’p, UCalgary’s Indigenous Strategy, with special remarks from UCalgary President Ed McCauley and Calgary Public Library CEO Sarah Meilleur, BA’01. Piikani Elder Reg Crowshoe, Hon. LLD’01, will open and close the event in a good way.

Sunrise Ceremony
2023-09-29 12:00 - 17:00 | University of Waterloo, 200 University Ave W, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
On Friday, September 29, we will gather at the BMH Green for a Sunrise Ceremony beginning at 7:00 am, which will be followed by a Commitment Polishing Ceremony at 10am. The Commitment Polishing Ceremony will include a Cedar Circle and Pipe Ceremony. The day will also include speeches, a walk around Ring Road, a feast, drumming and round dance at the BMH Green.
It is important that we wear orange on this day to show support. Orange was chosen in honour of Phyllis Webstad, a survivor of the St. Joseph Mission Residential School. On her first day, her new orange shirt given to her by her granny was stripped and stolen. We wear orange for all the children who had everything taken including their language, their culture, and for too many- their lives.
To register for this event, please visit:
https://www.ticketfi.com/event/5225/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-2023

Commemorative Gathering
2023-09-29 11:30 - 17:00 | University of Victoria, 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
On Sept. 29, 2023, at 11:45 a.m., the UVic community will come together in the Quad to listen, learn and share.
For more information on events, visit https://www.uvic.ca/event/orange-shirt-day/index.php.

Orange Shirt Day Activities - Everyone Welcome
2023-09-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Williams Lake Stampede Grounds, 800 Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
Join us for Orange Shirt Day activities. Everyone welcome!
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
WILLIAMS LAKE STAMPEDE GROUNDS

10 am Opening Ceremonies & Truth Telling
10 am to 4 pm Artisan & Food Vendors
1 pm Entertainment – Hypnotist Show
3 pm C+ Bull Riding Show – admission by donation Wagon Rides throughout
Health & Wellness Services on site

BOITANIO SKATE PARK

Orange Shirt Day Skate Jam with Rosie Archie. BBQ & Skateboard Workshop 3:30 – 8:00 pm

See the Event Poster for all 10th Annual Shirt Day Events [PDF]

Ozaawaa Babigoyaan Giizhigad (Orange Shirt Day)
2023-09-29 09:30 - 16:00 | Ontario
Commemorate Ozaawaa Babigoyaan Giizhigad (Orange Shirt Day) with fellow TMU community members on Friday, September 29.
Event open to All TMU community members
Event Location:SLC 8th floor
University community members (both Indigenous and non-Indigenous) come together every year in the spirit of truth-telling and reconciliation and to provide space for meaningful conversations and reflection on the impacts of residential schools and their legacy in our community.

Film Screenings
2023-09-29 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Trinity College – University of Toronto, 6 Hoskin Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

SD27 Students Attend
2023-09-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Williams Lake Stampede Grounds, 800 Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
SD27 Students Attend
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
WILLIAMS LAKE STAMPEDE GROUNDS

Opening Ceremony
Speeches
Activities
Wagon Rides throughout

See the Event Poster for all 10th Annual Shirt Day Events [PDF]

Opening Ceremony - Lighting of Sacred Fire
2023-09-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Williams Lake Stampede Grounds, 800 Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
Join us for the opening ceremony and lighting of sacred fire
7:00 pm
WILLIAMS LAKE STAMPEDE GROUNDS

Opening prayer, drumming, smudging – everyone welcome
Wagon Rides throughout

See the Event Poster for all 10th Annual Shirt Day Events [PDF]

Orange Shirt Pin Workshop
2023-09-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Sage and Tree Gallery, 231 5th Street, Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada
Come make Pins with us.
All supplies included and proceeds with go the Orange Shirt Society.
10.00 per attendee.
September 26th & 27th @ 6pm to 8pm
https://www.facebook.com/SageandTreeGallery

Let’s learn about the importance of Orange Shirt Day: Online Session
2023-09-27 11:00 - 12:30 | Ontario
Jaimie Kechego from the Centre for Teaching and Learning will be running two online sessions on Monday, Sept. 25, and Wednesday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on “Let’s learn about the importance of Orange Shirt Day.” The focus is on how Orange Shirt Day (Sept. 30), began and what it’s grown into nationally. There will be an exploration and discussion of what this day means to Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
Register here for the workshop

10th Annual Orange Shirt Day
2023-09-27 10:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Williams Lake Stampede Grounds, 800 Mackenzie Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada

Empowering the Spirit Storytelling
2023-09-25 10:30 - 2023-09-29 17:00 | Ontario
For more information, visit https://empoweringthespirit.ca/orange-shirt-day-and-beyond/upcoming-events/.

St. Joseph Mission Photo Exhibition “Remembering Our Friends”
2023-09-25 10:00 - 2023-09-29 15:00 | Gibraltar Room, 525 Proctor St, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G 4J1, Canada
St. Joseph Mission Photo Exhibition “Remembering Our Friends”
Daily from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
GIBRALTAR ROOM
Feature Films showing daily from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Monday – “Beyond the Shadows”
Tuesday – “Unity Ride”
Wednesday – “Fifth Estate” 12- 1pm & “We Were Children” 7-9pm
Thursday – “Man Alive”

See the Event Poster for all 10th Annual Shirt Day Events [PDF]

Flag Raising Gathering
2023-09-25 09:00 - 2023-09-28 12:30 | Georgian College Campuses, Ontario, Canada
Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to reflect on and commemorate the painful legacy of Canada’s residential schools. It’s also known as Orange Shirt Day. With support from Indigenous Services, Visiting Elders, Indigenous community partners, and departments across the college, we’ve organized several events leading up to Sept. 30.
Please join us for flag raisings at Georgian’s campuses in the days leading up to Sept. 30. These are happening in person at the flagpoles in front of our campuses, except in Barrie where the flag raising will take place at the Georgian Cenotaph, in front of C building.
Barrie Campus
Wednesday, Sept. 27
11:30 a.m.
Midland Campus
Thursday, Sept. 28
11 a.m.
Muskoka Campus
Monday, Sept. 25
11 a.m.
Orangeville Campus
Tuesday, Sept. 26
Noon
Orillia Campus
Owen Sound Campus
Monday, Sept. 25
9 a.m.
South Georgian Bay Campus
Tuesday, Sept. 26
Noon

Talks with Elders, Beading and Craft Circles
2023-09-25 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Ontario
Workshops and events are available for self-identified Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) students at SFU. Please contact iscadmin@sfu.ca for more information on how to join any of the programs.
View the schedule here.

Webinars on Reconciliation
2023-09-25 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Ontario
To honour the strength and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, Royal Roads University is observing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on September 30.

WLFN Culture Creations Fair
2023-09-22 11:00 - 19:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Dr, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G 5K9, Canada
Join us at the culture creations fair

Medicine Bags with beading
Drum Kits
Ribbon Skirts

See the Event Poster for all 10th Annual Shirt Day Events [PDF]

Multiple workshops
2023-09-21 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00 | Ontario
Orange Shirt Day, also called National Day for Truth and Reconciliation or National Day of Remembrance, is observed yearly on September 30 in Canada and the United States. This year Canada will hold its second statutory holiday observation of Orange Shirt Day to commemorate the missing and murdered children from residential schools and honor the healing journeys of residential school survivors.
Today and every day, we encourage you to learn whose lands you reside on, learn local Indigenous histories, support and resource Indigenous leadership and organizations, buy from Indigenous business owners and artists, and share what you have learned with your communities and networks.
Visit https://www.culturalsurvival.org/news/every-child-matters-september-30-orange-shirt-day to learn more and find events near you.

Victoria Orange Shirt Day Event
2023-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
September 30th is a day to honour, acknowledge and recognize the harm caused by the residential school system on generations of Indigenous children, families and communities across Canada. Our goal is for all members of the community to come together to support one another.
We will once again have the opportunity to engage with our community in 2023, so please check back closer to September 30 for more details.
