September 30 2022
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Honouring the lost children and Survivors of residential school, their families and communities.
- Wear orange.
- Learn about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and its Calls for Action.
- Explore the rich cultures, voices, experiences and histories of the First Nations, Inuit and Metis People.
- Learn more.
2022 Events in Ottawa
Orange Shirt Day at Beechwood Cemetery
Beechwood Cemetery
9:00 am – 5:00 PM ET
In honour of the National Day for Truth of Reconciliation, the Beechwood Cemetery Foundation has partnered with the Assembly of 7 Generations (A7G) and the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society to host a public Day of Reconciliation education and action to learn from residential schools and other forms of colonialism so we can all implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action. Includes a short film screening and a 45-min educational tour.
Remember Me: National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony
Parliament Hill
8:30 am – 11:30 AM ET
A national youth-led initiative on Parliament Hill featuring an opening ceremony with Elder Claudette Commanda, an eagle feather presentation to Survivors, performances, and speakers such as Autumn Peltier — Global Indigenous Water Activist & Chief Water Commissioner, Anishinabek Nation.
Traveling Song & Spirit Walk
Parliament HIll to LeBreton Flats
11:30 AM ET
Join us on a walk from Parliament Hill to LeBreton Flats Park led by children and residential school Survivors. Upon arriving at the park, thousands of attendees will place Indigenous children’s footwear on the stage as a symbol of remembrance of the children who never made it home.
Remembering the Children — Live broadcast
LeBreton Flats Park
1:00-2:00 PM ET
The NCTR and APTN have come together to produce a one-hour commemorative gathering presented in English, French, Inuktitut, and Cree that will broadcast live at 1:00 pm from LeBreton Flats Park in Ottawa. Tune in to hear Survivors’ personal reflections as well as key speakers the His Honour Murray Sinclair and Her Excellency Mary Simon about their experiences and the importance of reconciliation. The commemoration will include performances by Chubby Cree, Dennis Saddleman, and many more. The special gathering will serve as an opportunity for everyone to grieve, heal and learn about this tragic