Orange Shirt Day: A Walk for Reconciliation and Peace - This event has already occurred
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Sept. 30 is also recognized as Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots day inspired by the story of Indian Residential School Survivor Phyllis Webstad. As part of Orange Shirt Day, residents can come to Spencer Smith Park (1400 Lakeshore Rd)...
Sept. 30 is also recognized as Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots day inspired by the story of Indian Residential School Survivor Phyllis Webstad. As part of Orange Shirt Day, residents can come to Spencer Smith Park (1400 Lakeshore Rd) to reflect, where local indigenous people will host a Walk for Reconciliation and Peace. Opening remarks will begin at 5:00 p.m., from the pavilion at the east end of the park with a reflective walk to follow along the Waterfront Trail ending at Beachway Park for a Tobacco Ceremony.
Participants are encouraged to wear orange shirts and moccasins if they have them.
This is a free event. No registration is required.
All residents are encouraged to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples with their unique cultures, traditions, communities and histories. Resources can be found here to support your learning journey.
