September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Orange Shirt Day

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September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Together we recognize the legacy of Canada’s residential school system and continue to learn the many truths of these institutions.

Orange Shirt Day, established in 2013 by Phyllis Webstad, recognizes the legacy of the Residential Schools System for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit families and communities. By wearing orange, we acknowledge the truths of Residential Schools in Canada, we honour Survivors, and we remember the thousands of children who died, many of them buried in unmarked graves. The Urban Indigenous Education Centre and TDSB honours Orange Shirt by hosting speakers to share their stoies with students, staff and families. Past guests include: David A. Robertson, Phyllis Webstad, Karen Chaboyer.