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Canada marks the Second Annual Day For Truth and Reconciliation
Sept. 30, 2022, marks the second annual day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is recognized as a federal statutory holiday to commemorate and celebrate Indigenous peoples. After being first declared Orange Shirt Day in 2021, it has been renamed to Truth and Reconciliation Day, but continues to hold the same meaning of honouring and remembering Indigenous communities.
Indigenous-Focused Coursework New Requirement for BC Secondary Students
On March 4, BC’s Ministry of Education announced that all secondary school students in the province will be required to complete Indigenous-focused coursework in order to graduate.
Gassy Jack Statue Toppled in Gastown
During the annual Downtown Eastside Women’s March on February 14, the Gassy Jack Statue in Vancouver’s Gastown was torn down by protesters.
Government Rules on Indigenous Compensation
For 14 years, the federal government has been in a legal battle over First Nations Child Welfare.
ANALYSIS: The TRC’s 94 Calls to Action, Explained
The TRC has said that reconciliation cannot begin unless Canadians know the historical experiences of Indigenous People on the land that is now called Canada, and recognize the continuing impacts of genocidal institutions.
ANALYSIS: What is Reconciliation?
The word “reconciliation” means two groups coming to a truce after a time of conflict. In Canada, this refers to recognizing the truth about our history and working with Indigenous people to mend the consequences of these events to move forward together.