National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 29, 2022
The Wek'èezhìı Renewable Resources Board (WRRB) will be closed on Friday, Sept. 30 in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We will reopen on Monday, Oct. 3.
The Board encourages Canadians to use the day to reflect upon the truth and history of residential schools, to honour survivors and those who did not make it home, and to take action to advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
The Wek'èezhìı Renewable Resources Board (WRRB)would like to take this opportunity to recommit to sincere and meaningful collaboration and reconciliation in our work.
Ways you can recognize the day
If you are in Yellowknife, the Dene Nation will be hosting a community barbecue at Somba K’e Civic Plaza from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Please see other cultural events taking place across the nation at National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Culture Days.
There are also resources you can consult to learn about and experience the day.
The Government of Canada has a variety of learning resources available at National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Canada.ca and Learn more about First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada (rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca).
The Yellowhead Institution is also holding an online event called A Calls To Action Conversation on Truth & Reconciliation on Sept. 29. The event will feature special speakers discussing the TRC’s Calls to Action. (8) A Calls To Action Conversation on Truth & Reconciliation - YouTube