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Ozaawaa Babigoyaan Giizhigad / Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation occur annually on September 30. It is a commemorative day of recognition and awareness-raising about the impacts of Canada's Indian Residential School System and government policy imposed on Indigenous Peoples.
Ozaawaa Babigoyaan Giizhigad / Orange Shirt Day originated from the story of Phyllis Webstad, who is a residential school survivor.
Ozaawaa Babigoyaan Giizhigad / Orange Shirt Day is commemorated every September 30. September aligns with the time of year in which children were taken from their homes and communities to attend residential schools. This part of Canadian history occurred for over 150 years, during which 150,000 children attended schools, and many never returned. Please visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation website to learn more.
In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report, the Orange Shirt Day/National Indigenous Peoples Day planning circle is launching a community-wide call to action.
The First 10/Next 10: TRC Poster Series is an endeavour to create accountability to Indigenous peoples and to the TRC’s calls to action. It is an opportunity for departments, faculties, student groups and administrative units to reflect on the truth-telling and reconciliation work already done – and commit to what comes next – through digital posters that document initiatives implemented in response to the 94 Calls to Action.
Digital posters will be featured at events and across digital screens throughout campus in Fall 2025. They will also be preserved as part of a long-term resource on the Indigenous TMU website.
More information about this event can be found on the event webpage
Learning & Teaching Resources
Learning & Teaching Resources
Explore a list of resources for all TMU community members including supports and resources available for integrating Indigenous topics, perspectives and culture into learning and teaching and scholarly, research and creative activities
“Missing Children of Indian Residential Schools” is an interactive story map that documents and visualizes the locations, histories, and human stories of the children who attended Canada’s Indian Residential Schools.
Disclaimer: This story contains subject matter that some readers may find distressing. A National Residential School Crisis Line has also been set up to provide support to former students and those affected. This 24-Hour Crisis Line can be accessed at: 1-866-925-4419 .
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