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Every Child Matters
The following resources are provided by our Indigenous Graduation Coach, Marie Bowering.
Prayer for Truth and Reconciliation
Prayer of Repentance and Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples following Canada’s Truth & Reconciliation Commission
O God, Great Spirit and Creator,
We praise you for your gifts that surround us – for the gift of the land that gives us food, shelter and water;
For the gift of the sun that gives warmth and light to all that grows;
For the gifts of the moon and stars which you have arranged for your glory;
For the gifts of language and culture, through which your peoples praise you, and share the most deeply held values you have engraved on their hearts.
Come upon us, O Divine Healer and open our eyes – to the injustices brought against our Indigenous Peoples, their language and culture in Canada’s Indian Residential Schools.
Give us repentant hearts – that ache with sorrow for their violence against First Nations families and their children. Give us determined hearts –
That refuse to stand by when the dignity of our Indigenous brothers and sisters is trampled.
Give us healing hearts – that beat with the drum of Jesus’ Gospel, to defend and honour our Indigenous neighbour, their language and way of life.
Give us flaming hearts – that burn with love for you, who come to us...
...in every human face,
...in every language and culture ,
...in every gift of creation.
Make us stewards – of one another’s dignity, of one another’s safety, of one another’s land; of one another’s right to a cultural identity...
...as unique peoples,
...as gifts to the human family,
...as your beloved children.
We make this prayer to You, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
Treaties Recognition Week – November 1–7
Treaties Recognition Week – November 1–7
Treaties Recognition Week takes place from November 1–7, 2026, and provides an important opportunity for us to learn about the Treaties that shape the land where we live, learn, and work.
Treaties are agreements that establish rights, responsibilities, and relationships between Indigenous peoples and the Crown. Understanding Treaties helps us recognize our shared responsibilities and supports our ongoing journey toward reconciliation, respect, and stronger relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Throughout Treaties Recognition Week, our students and staff will have opportunities to learn more about the history and significance of Treaties, hear Indigenous perspectives, and reflect on what it means to be a good Treaty partner. We encourage families to take some time together to learn about the Treaty that covers the land where we live and our school community.
Learning about Treaties is an important part of understanding our shared history and building a future grounded in respect and reconciliation.
For more information and resources, please visit the Government of Ontario – Treaties Recognition Week.
International Inuit Day – November 7
International Inuit Day – November 7
International Inuit Day is recognized annually on November 7. This day provides an opportunity to celebrate and honour the rich culture, history, languages, traditions, leadership, and contributions of Inuit peoples across the circumpolar world.
Established by the Inuit Circumpolar Council in 2006, November 7 was chosen in honour of the birthday of Eben Hopson Sr., an important Inuit leader and founder of the Inuit Circumpolar Conference.
At St. Michael, International Inuit Day provides an opportunity for our students to learn about Inuit peoples, perspectives, traditions, and ways of knowing, while developing greater understanding and respect for the diverse Indigenous communities that contribute to our country and our world.
We encourage our students and families to take time to learn, listen, and celebrate Inuit culture and voices.
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