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National Day for Truth: Honoring Indigenous Children’s Legacy

9/30/2025

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The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed on September 30, alongside Orange Shirt Day, to honor Indigenous children.
Established in 2021, the day commemorates the residential schools' legacy and intergenerational trauma.
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission documented experiences of over 6,500 Indigenous individuals and issued 94 Calls to Action, with 14 fully implemented.

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Story summary

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed on September 30, alongside Orange Shirt Day, to honor Indigenous children.
Established in 2021, the day commemorates the residential schools' legacy and intergenerational trauma.
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission documented experiences of over 6,500 Indigenous individuals and issued 94 Calls to Action, with 14 fully implemented.