National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Your Presence is a Step Towards Reconciliation

All are welcome.

Event Details

Orange Shirt Day: Truths & Reflections

9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Featuring Indigenous student panelists Robyn Gray and Zorian Nahdee, and Residential School Survivor, Lila Bruyere. Moderated by Indigenous Studies Professor, Andrea Auger.

Special Remarks: Marie Short, Walpole Island First Nation Elder; Rob Kardas, Lambton College President & CEO.

Indigenous-Owned Business Showcase

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Shop, support, and learn more about local Indigenous-owned businesses. Supporting Indigenous economy is an actionable act of reconciliation.

Refreshments

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy light refreshments and take some time to discover and shop local Indigenous-owned businesses.

File Screening & Discussion

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Join Walpole Island First Nation filmmaker Derek Sands for a screening and group discussion of his newest short-film “Gaa ZhaaWiijig: Survivors (2024) which shares the profound stories of ten Walpole Island First Nation elders, highlighting their resilience and honoring the spirit and legacy of the community’s residential school survivors as they navigate the journey of healing and cultural reclamation.