National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Quelle est l’importance du 30 septembre?

Au Canada, le 30 septembre marque la Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation, aussi connue sous le nom de la Journée du chandail orange. Cette journée est l’occasion de reconnaître l’histoire des pensionnats canadiens et d’honorer les victimes, les survivants, leurs familles et les communautés qui en subissent à ce jour les conséquences, qu’elles soient directes ou perpétuées par les traumatismes intergénérationnels.

En June 2021, the Government of Canada passed Bill C-5 to make September 30th a federal statutory day. This decision was a response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #80, which called upon the federal government, in collaboration with Indigenous Peoples, “to establish, as a statutory holiday, a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour survivors, their families and communities, and ensure that public commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process.”

The day is a chance to educate and engage people about Canada’s colonial history, the Indigenous Culture and initiatives throughout the country, and the steps we take together to help reconcile our wrongful past and ignite new connections from learning, embracing, and celebrating our differences. Understanding our shared history helps to welcome a more inclusive future and ensure that we continue to move forward from the legacy of residential schools.

How can I support and engage in Truth and Reconciliation?

Taking your first step toward healing and reconciliation may seem difficult or possibly overwhelming. Although we can’t demand change overnight, working together can create a significant impact. As social justice movements rise and people come together, we acknowledge that it is everyday individuals who drive our communities forward to achieve the positive change we want to see. Whether it is in a group or individually, small acts of kindness and courage pave the path to the road of reconciliation. This year, start your own journey of reconciliation; we’ve compiled a list of events and educational experiences around our terminals to help you engage in meaningful opportunities to connect with and appreciate the diverse cultures and history that help cultivate the communities we serve.

Events to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Waterloo Region

Ottawa

Montreal

Winnipeg

Selkirk – National Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony

Toronto/Mississauga

North Bay

Friday, Sept. 29 | Every Child Matters flag will be raised at Leger Square outside City Hall at 9 a.m.
A Day of Learning and Support, September 29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre | Schedule of events

Online Opportunities

Nous sommes conscients qu’il s’agit d’un sujet très sensible pour nos employés et leur famille. C’est pourquoi nous encourageons toute personne ayant besoin d’un service de consultation de faire appel à notre Programme d’aide aux employés Travail/Vie privée (PAE Travail/Vie privée). Quelques séances de consultation confidentielles sont offertes aux employés et à leurs personnes à charge admissibles. De plus amples renseignements sont disponibles sous l’onglet Additional Resources, sur Erb Connect. Si vous souhaitez faire un don pour contribuer à la cause de la guérison et de la réconciliation, veuillez visiter le Centre national pour la vérité et la réconciliation.

Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation