Reflect, learn, and participate on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Town of Oakville is offering a number of ways to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in the community. Over the next few weeks, residents are invited to participate in activities to learn more about the rich and diverse culture of Indigenous people and reflect on the generational impact, trauma and oppression endured by Indigenous peoples in Canada as a result of the residential school system:

Oakville, as we know it today, is rich in the history and modern traditions of many First Nations and the Métis. From the lands of the Anishinabe to the Attawandaron, the Haudenosaunee, and the Métis, these lands surrounding the Great Lakes are steeped in Indigenous history. We acknowledge and thank the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation for being stewards of this territory.

In addition to activities being offered by the town, the “Every Child Matters” orange flag will be flown at Town Hall during the week of September 26 and lowered to half-mast on September 30. Town Hall and the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts will also be lit orange during the week of September 26.

For more activities and information about the town’s Truth and Reconciliation efforts, visit the Indigenous Culture and Community page.

“As we reflect, remember, and honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, I encourage residents to participate and engage in  activities offered to learn more about, and support, Indigenous communities. The town remains committed to reconciliation and will continue to do its part in addressing the calls to action.”

Mayor Rob Burton