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HP OPINION TRUTH IS THE FUNDAMENTAL BASIS OF RECONCILIATION CANADIANS NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE TRUTH OF OUR SHARED HISTORY, WRITES STEPHANIE SCOTT STEPHANIE SCOTT Column Sept. 30 is the National ind Recon- second year, is an oppor- tunity for all Canadians to learn about the treat- behind. ment of Indigenous Peo- ples in the residential school system and other colonial institutions — and the lasting harm that was done. Itis also an opportuni: ty to reflect on how canallplaya pasts in heal, inet these harm: ada’ s first Nation- al bo for Truth and Rec- onciliation came not long after the Tk'emlips te Secwépemc announced that a large gravesite had been located on the grounds of the former Kamloops residential Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation On September 30, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the survivors, victims,families and communities affected by Residential Schools. Truth and Reconciliation Day is an opportunity for all Canadians to continue the important conversation about Residential Schools and create meaningful discussions about their effects and the legacy they have left To find resources about this important day and more information about Halton’s work to build meaningful relationships with Indigenous People and Communities, please visit halton.ca. school. This announce- ment, and findings across the country, has led Set: tler Canada to engage with the history of resi- dential schools in a dif- ferent way, allowing a new conversation to take place. For too long, the hon- est truth of this shameful part of Canada's history was hidden and denied. The children were pres- sured not to tell their sto- ries. Reports of abuse, ne- glect and suffering were ignored. In fact, signifi- cant efforts to acknowl- Halton Iton.ca (| 311 me fini =~ Meetings at Halton Region Regional Council meetings are taking place through web conferencing until further notice. Videos will be posted to halton.ca. edge this history, such as Canada's official apology and the Truth and Recon ciliation Commission, only happened because of years of persistent efforts by Survivors. Even now, there are some who still deny the fundamental truth of the residential school system it its explicit pur- pose was to destroy First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures, communities and languages. Truth is the funda- mental basis of reconcili- ation. Without acknowl- edgement of the truth, it is impossible for Survi- vors to heal and for com- munities to rebuild. The National Centre ‘The Only Family Owned & Operated Retirement Home In Halton Hills. 5+ Acre for Truth a ili tion belioves: that all Ca. nadians — and especially all students — need to un derstand the truth of our shared history. That's why we have worked with Survivors, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners to create a full week of free Programming. g Truth and Rec- onciliation Week, Sept. 26 to 30, we will bring the voices of Survi- vors directly to class- rooms from coast to coast to coast and introduce young people to Indige- nous suure, language and histor Age- appropriate mate- rialfor students in grades 1 through 12 will be freely available to wate! h oft schoolor online. tent will be available for public access starting Sept. 29. On Sept. 30, Canadians can honour the Survivors and the children who nev- er came home by wearing orange, as a symbol of their to change. People can at- tend events in communi- ties across the county § and watch a live com- Hdl OUL | s memorative __ broadcas' taking place from unced- = Algon- ean Anette in Ottawa. But reconciliation re- quires more than one day § a year or one ‘week, ayear. Reconciliation is work 62 sequiendes ‘fepeunuy | in the days ahead is to lis- 8 ten to Survivors, honour their truths, and learn how we can all contribute to reconciliation in our daily lives. Stephanie Scott is exec- utive director of the Na- tional Centre for Truth and Reconciliation. Truth and Reconciliation Week programming is available for everyone through the NCTR YouTube channel and website (nctr.ca). Follow the centre on Twit- ter and Instagram at @nctr_um, and Facebook at @nctr.ca. TERRACE BY THE GLEN LEW RETIREMENT HOME 222 Mountainview Road North, Georgetown 905-877-1800 You've worked hard to enjoy retirement, now it’s our pleasure to make this the best time of your life in a family, friendly atmosphere. Our residents enjoy weekly keeping, social meals &activities to support their independent lifestyle. ORCA www. e.com eordyouy