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National Day for Truth and ReconcilliationFriends, This Sunday, we will be paying attention to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as it is the closest day to September 30th, and you are invited to wear orange to church. I hope that you will take the opportunity to participate meaningfully in the day, by learning and listening to the stories and experiences of the Indigenous People of this land. Gail Newell has sent the following list of opportunities to participate in the day in Richmond: Residents are invited to commemorate the day through a series of displays and programs across Richmond. For a full list of activities, visit richmond.ca/NDTR. Some of the events have already passed, but there are still opportunities to participate in some ongoing events and something Sep 30. For example, the main library has something on Sept 30. They say the following: "Experience a selection of short films by Indigenous creators to support learning and reflection, featuring: My Friend the Green Horse (Indigenous Cinema, 2024, 11 mins); Woodland Spirits (Documentary, 2007, 27 mins); and Now is the Time (Animation, 2019, 16 mins). Films will play continuously on a loop during the library's operating hours. Drop-in; no registration required. For more information, visit YourLibrary.ca/events." Below is a list of potential opportunities sent out by the Diocese, and a video from Rikki Kooy, Diocesan Elder in Residence September 27 World Premiere of NDN Giver at the Bill Reid Gallery September 27 The Jingle Dance: Interactive Powwow Experience with Raven Spirit Dance September 28 Culture Club at MOA: Cedar Hearts for Reconciliation September 29 Sugarcane Film Screening at Pacific Theatre for NDTR September 30, 2025 – Orange Shirt Day MOV & the Space Centre Present The Great Salish Heist Cedar Weaving with Todd DeVries NFB Indigenous Short Films Screenings Vancouver Aquarium NDTR Programming |
