News and Statements

September 27, 2024

University statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

This year marks the fourth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and a renewed call to action. Many more Canadians know about residential schools today than they did in 2015 when the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its final report. However, many are still unaware of the devastating legacy of residential schools and the ongoing impact on Indigenous people and communities. This is especially true for adults and those new to this land who have not attended primary or secondary education in the past decade and who may therefore be learning about this on their own.