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Truth and Reconciliation Week underway

Monday, September 30th, is the fourth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Officials say the day is dedicated to honouring residential school survivors and remembering those that have been lost. It’s also ‘A Day to Listen’ with hundreds of radio stations across Canada, including 105.5 and 99.5 Moose FM, taking part from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The theme “All Our Relations” features stories and interviews from Indigenous community leaders, artists and creators, elders, and more on culture, community, and how we are all connected. National Truth and Reconciliation Week kicked off on Tuesday, Sept. 23.  in Huntsville with the raising of the Survivors' Flag. Local events include a march through downtown Huntsville at 10:45 a.m., starting from the River Mill Park municipal parking lot. The march will be adorned with banners produced by Hope Arises that represent the Gifts of the Seven Grandfathers teachings. A Flag Raising is also being held at Bracebridge on Monday at 10 a.m. The event will take place at the municipal office. “As part of our collective reconciliation journey, we have an obligation to confront the full truth of our nation’s history,” says Stephanie Scott, Executive Director, National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. “We must ensure that future generations learn the truth about residential schools and the ongoing legacy and lasting trauma they inflicted on generations of Indigenous peoples. Only then can we build a more just and equitable future for all.” Free virtual educational programming is available online for schools across Canada, and online webinars for the public. A National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event is also taking place Monday afternoon on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. The post Truth and Reconciliation Week underway appeared first on My Muskoka Now.