| Established in 2013 by Phyllis Webstad, Orange Shirt Day recognizes the legacy of the Residential Schools System for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit families and communities. By wearing orange, we acknowledge the truths of Residential Schools in Canada, we honour Survivors, and we remember the thousands of children who died, many of them buried in unmarked graves.
As well as being Orange Shirt Day, Monday, September 30th, 2024 will also be the 4th annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
Resources about this day of recognition and the legacy of residential schools:
If you / your child(ren) have an orange Every Child Matters shirt we encourage you to wear it on September 30th out of respect and solidarity. Alternatively, any orange shirt, hat, pants, shoes, or accessories is also an option as a branded shirt from a registered charity is not required to take part in truth and reconciliation. For those who are interested in exploring a contribution to other Indigenous organizations that support the First Nations, Méti, and Inuit people, we’ve compiled a brief list of suggestions here. |
