Truth and Reconciliation at Confederation College
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Confederation College is proud to announce a month-long series of events dedicated to Truth and Reconciliation. As an institution committed to fostering inclusivity, understanding, and growth, we recognize the importance of acknowledging and addressing the historical injustices Indigenous peoples face.
National Truth and Reconciliation Day is September 30 and we have events taking place starting this Friday, September 15.
Confederation College encourages faculty, staff and students to attend our array of on-campus events and to wear an orange shirt or ribbon for our Opening Ceremony on September 25 and for the closing on September 29. This is an important time for reflection and learning. We look forward to seeing you at these events.
Please see a list of activities below:
| Date | Topic | Audience | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, September 15 |
Movie Screening Join us for a screening of "The Healing Drum" |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | Dibaajimogamig Lecture Theatre |
| Tuesday, September 19 - Friday, September 22 |
Art Gallery Exhibit Visit the Thunder Bay Art Gallery to view Indigenous artwork from local artists, as well as art owned by the College |
Students, Faculty and Staff |
12:00 pm- 8:00 pm (Tue - Thu) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Fri) |
Thunder Bay Art Gallery |
| Wednesday, September 20 |
Negahneewin Reading Series Learn about the Library's monthly book club featuring Indigenous Literature and grab a free book! |
Faculty and Staff | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | Pride Centre |
| Friday, September 22 |
Kairos Blanket Exercise Students and staff are invited to sign up for an engaging session sharing the Canadian story from an Indigenous perspective. Register Here. |
Faculty and Staff | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Thunder Bay Art Gallery |
| Friday, September 22 |
Art Encounter Stop by the Shuniah Lounge to participate in a community-based art installation with local Indigenous artists. |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Shuniah Student Lounge |
| Monday, September 25 |
Opening Ceremonies Wear your orange shirts and join us as we raise the survivor flag in honour of Truth and Reconciliation week |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 11:15 am | Outside the front of the Shuniah Building |
| Monday, September 25 |
Movie Screening Viewing of 'True Story Part 1.' This film discusses the reason for the National holiday. |
Students, Faculty and Staff | Directly after Opening Ceremonies | Shuniah Student Lounge |
| Monday, September 25 - Friday, September 29 |
Library Displays Visit the Library to look through a curated selection of books and free videos |
Students, Faculty and Staff | All Week | Paterson Library |
| Thursday, September 28 | Vendors on Campus
Visit the Shuniah Student Commons to shop from Indigenous vendors |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Shuniah Student Lounge |
| Friday, September 29 | Orange Shirt Reading
Reading and crafts for children in the Family Centre. Wear your orange shirt! |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 10:00 am | Shuniah Student Lounge |
| Friday, September 29 | Tree Planting
Join us as we plant a tree in honour of all who were lost in residential schools. Wear your orange shirt! |
Students, Faculty and Staff | 10:30 am | Outside the front of the Shuniah Building |
| Saturday, September 30 | Honouring our Children Run
Register for the kids fun run, 5km walk/run or 10km run |
Everyone | 8:30 am | Boulevard Lake |
