LIFE: How to Support Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 is Orange Shirt Day, and Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Like many “special days”, we should really be thinking about these things every day, and not just once a year. But it is an opportunity to think about what you can do to support truth and reconciliation, and learn about the history of oppression of Indigenous people.
Resources, Education, and Organizations to Donate to
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada
Government of Canada website
Read about the Calls to Action here.
First Nations Child & Family Caring Society – Spirit Bear
Wonderful resources for kids and adults alike, including educators, featuring Spirit Bear
Watch this short stop-motion film about Spirit Bear with your kids! Really beautiful message.
SB_MASTER_HD_PRORES422_THEATRE_FR-CCAP from First Nations Caring Society on Vimeo.
Write a letter to the Canadian government to demand they address the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Actions. Templates available here.
Indian Residential School Survivors Society
BC provincial organization
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society
Edmonton-based organization
On Canada Project – Settlers Take Action
Highlights ways non-Indigenous people can take action
Learn about Jordan’s Principle here
University of Alberta Indigenous Canada course
Take this open online course for free!
Indigenous Makers and Businesses
I.A.M Collective
This collective of more than 70 indigenous artists is at the Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market on weekends.
Indigenous Box
Subscription box promoting Indigenous businesses
Red Rebel Armour
Indigenous made streetwear brand, including orange shirts
Recommended Books
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This list is certainly not exhaustive – if you have other resources and recommendations to share, please do so in the comments!
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