National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30
Message from Paul O’Byrne, Dean and Vice-President, Faculty of Health Sciences
Saturday, September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. The orange shirt is worn in remembrance of residential school survivor, Phyllis (Jack) Webstad who, at the age of six, had her new orange shirt taken away on her first day of residential school.
We wear an orange shirt to honour her and all others in the Indigenous community who have been impacted by Canada’s residential school system, to acknowledge the need for meaningful reconciliation, and to affirm that every child matters. At McMaster and across Canada, we have an important role to play in remembering these stories and working towards reconciliation to create a more open and just society.
Events are taking place across McMaster’s campus leading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. You can learn more about these events and opportunities to honour the families and children impacted by residential schools in this article in the Daily News.
Please take time to reflect and learn about the history of residential schools, honour the families who are still impacted today, and recognize the ongoing and tragic legacy of these schools.
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