On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Katie Adair, co-chair of Reconciliation Tisdale says that we should remember and honor those who were not able to return home from residential schools. (Katie Adair/ Submitted Photo)

By Rachel May

National day for truth and reconciliation

Reconciliation Tisdale is reminding the province that we are all treaty people

Sep 29, 2023 | 1:00 PM

Reconciliation Tisdale has put together several events to spread the message of Truth and Reconciliation.

Co-chair of Reconciliation Tisdale Kelly Tanner told northeastNOW that they have community partners who are also dedicated to spreading the message of truth and reconciliation.

“We’ve partnered with Falkon Theatre to show the movie Bones of Crows. We were able to bring in two elders that are going to share a prayer and a smudge before the movie.”

The film runs Sept. 29 and 30 as well as Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. Those attending the showing on the 29 are encouraged to attend early to participate in preshow prayers and a smudge.

There will also be informational pamphlets handed out which have resources on how people can get involved with the group, how to educate themselves and resources.

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As for what else is planned, co-chair Katie Adair explained that for those who want to enjoy the story With Our Orange Hearts by Phyllis Webstad, there is a special way to take in the story.

“We have a story stroll. We partnered with NE Early Childhood Intervention Program that is set up at St. Therese Park for people to take part in.”

The book written by the founder of Orange Shirt Day encouraged young children to share their feelings and listen to others.

After the story walk, youth can participate in a colouring contest with the Wapiti Tisdale Public Library with prizes from Lacroix Drugs.

Despite the day being filled with businesses and sponsors wanting to spread the message of truth and reconciliation, Adair said building relationships and connections with elder groups in the area is special.

“We’ve met with the elder group from Kinistin Saulteaux Nation and we have plans to meet with the elder group through the Metis Nation. We are hearing from elders that they want to get their knowledge out there and for people to learn and have their voices heard.”

Adair explained that the most important thing we can do on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is to remember and honour those who didn’t make it home from residential schools.

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