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Starting this year, September 30th will be Canada’s ‘National Day for Truth and Reconciliation’… The decision is ‘In response to one of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, and to commemorate the legacy of residential schools’.
Considering it was first introduced back in September of last year, it’s fair to say that the sudden push to see it through is happening at a pretty convenient time… But it is one way to ensure that the ‘tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools is never forgotten’. The new statutory holiday will focus on honouring survivors, their families, and their communities.
Beyond this, the day will ensure that public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process…. [and] we hope to see Canada also put as much effort into educating people about Indigenous culture and joy.
Source: Curoicity.com
Retelling the Good Story
For more in the theme of truth and reconciliation, see “Retelling the Good Story” – for truth and reconciliation is found in the story of the Author of Reconciliation.
For more see “Truth & Reconciliation.”
For more about this day see “The history behind the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation“.
nedhamson said:
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errollmulder said:
Thanks for this important reminder, Rusty. Also for retelling the Good Story – I found it interesting.
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R.H. (Rusty) Foerger said:
I love how the gospel finds ways of permeating every culture – including among a people so sorely abused by elements that claimed Christ’s name. In the true spirit of truth and reconciliation comes real truth and reconciliation.
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errollmulder said:
Couldn’t agree more.
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