09/30/2026
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, honours Indigenous people and communities who suffered trauma as a result of their experiences at residential schools, and acknowledges the impacts that continue across generations.
Engagement with Indigenous communities is a core part of how we work, and it's where much of our learning happens. We're grateful to the communities in the areas where we operate who have shared their history, heritage, and cultures with us, and there's much more for us to learn. As we listen and learn, we can build stronger relationships, create shared value, and contribute to reconciliation.
There are a number of events taking place today in Grande Prairie and Calgary. Here are a few, and everyone is welcome.
📍Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie Friendship Centre: https://www.gpfriendshipcentre.org/upcomingevents
Grande Prairie Aboriginal Circle of Services: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Db4SjzwEo/
Northwestern Polytechnic Indigenous Services: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/events/2026-09-30/truth-reconciliation-sharing-notable-indigenous-voices
📍Calgary
The Confluence: https://www.theconfluence.ca/events/ndtr-2026
Werklund Centre: https://werklundcentre.ca/events/ndtr-2026
Pokaiks Children's Commemorative Walk and Gathering: https://pokaiks.org/
Thank you to the Indigenous peoples and organizations leading these gatherings.
If this day brings up difficult memories, support is available 24 hours a day through the Hope for Wellness Helpline at 1-855-242-3310 or online at hopeforwellness.ca.