Though most businesses are closed to observe the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation this September 30th, there will be a few special events to celebrate Indigenous culture, amplify the voice of Indigenous artists and help us all pause and reflect on the impact and painful legacy of the Canadian residential school system. Some of these events may not be suitable for young children, so please check before you go.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at MNFH

The Youth Group from the Miā€™kmaw Native Friendship Centre will host an event on a day dedicated to learn and reflect on the generational harm done to the First Nations, Inuit, and MĆ©tis of Turtle Island.

When: September 30, 2024
Time: 11:00 am ā€“ 3:00 pm
Where: Miā€™kmaw Native Friendship Centre,

Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day

A free family event to honour our indigenous community with traditional music, crafts, vendors and a kids craft corner.

Date: Monday, September 30, 2024
Time: 11:00 am- 2:00 p.m.
Location: Kismen Community Centre, 71 First Lake Drive, Lower Sackville

Others Ways to Observe National Day of Truth and Reconciliation:

  • The Museum of Natural History and The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic will be open with free admission.
  • Read Out of the Depths: The experiences of Mi’kmaw children at the Indian Residential School at Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia by Isabelle Knockwood, and other memoirs by survivors.
  • Watch We Were Children (available on Amazon Prime) and Indian Horse (available on Netflix).
  • Wear an orange shirt, preferably one designed by an indigenous artist.
  • CBC Kids YouTube channel has a playlist featuring explainers, full episodes and segments on Indigenous culture.
  • Watch Gord Downieā€™s Secret Path.
  • Listen in on A Day to Listen, which will be broadcasted on local radio stations and online.
  • Learn about the Mi’kmaw communities whose land you live on and visit the three First Nations in Halifax Regional Municipality.
  • Visit Indigenous cultural heritage sites to learn about the traditions, culture, and resilience of your local communities.
  • Visit the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, and Peace and Friendship Park in Halifax.
  • Have conversations with the people in your life about what reconciliation means and why itā€™s important.
  • Support Indigenous artists, drummers, singers, dancers, language learners and small business owners. They are helping communities heal.