Spirit Garden on the Thunder Bay waterfront

September 30 · Truth + Reconciliation

A day to remember.
A commitment to learn.

Honouring the children who never returned home, residential school Survivors, their families, and communities. A moment to listen—and a responsibility that continues beyond today.

Read the stories Our acknowledgement

Remember · Listen · Learn · Build relationships

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September 30

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time for remembrance and reflection. Learning the truth and building respectful relationships are ongoing responsibilities.

Truth + Reconciliation · The journal

Stories that connect us
to this place.

Begin with the land and waters. Make space for learning. Explore our reflections on place, relationship, and the commitment to reconciliation.

A living acknowledgement

With gratitude
and respect.

Our reconciliation commitment

We acknowledge the land that we are situated on—the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation, specifically the Ojibwa people of Fort William First Nation, signatories to the Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850.

We further recognize the important contributions of the Métis people, whose history, culture, and presence have helped shape the region and the community now known as Thunder Bay.

We honour the enduring connection of Indigenous Peoples to these lands and waters and recognize their continuing contributions to our communities.

As an organization, we are committed to reconciliation through respect, meaningful engagement, and ongoing learning as we strive to build stronger relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

Beyond a single day

Keep listening.
Keep learning.

These articles are a starting point, not a substitute for Indigenous voices. Continue with Indigenous-led educational resources, listen with care, and make room for ongoing reflection.