As you may be aware, the Federal government recently passed legislation to make September 30 a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In observance of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, HSCA will be closed for programming and operations on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
This day provides an opportunity for Canadians to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools. We encourage our community to use this day for quiet reflection, learning, or participation in a community event. As a part of HSCA’s commitment to supporting Reconciliation, during the week of September 27th to October 1st, HSCA will place a focus around Indigenous culture and the importance of reconciliation within that community. Specifically, HSCA will embed Truth and Reconciliation programming within our Childcare programming, as well as within sessions designed for our staff.
Resources
Visit the Calgary Foundation's website to view and Indigenous Ally Toolkit.
Visit the TRC's Calls to Action and the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
Visit the Government of Canada’s Canadian Heritage page under National Day for Truth and Reconciliation for more information and resources.
Other Virtual Resources & Learnings
Impacts of Intergenerational Trauma presented by Calgary Foundation (virtual, facilitated by Tim Fox)
When: Tuesday, September 28th, 10-2pm Registration required by September 23rd. Limited space.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/impacts-of-intergenerational-trauma-tickets-170492716304
Ni't - Aeñ - Family Practices and Oral Learning: A family night for all ages.
You and your family will hear storytelling, humour and traditional teachings from an Elder and community leaders, on the eve of Orange Shirt Day. Residential schools left a deep and lasting impact on traditional Indigenous family structures and systems. Many Indigenous communities are now focused on the importance of language revitalization and strengthening cultural and traditional practices. This interactive and engaging evening will leave you with laughter and curiosity.
When: Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021, 6:00pm – 7:15 pm
Register: https://www.growwithtrellis.ca/stories/osd-2021
Two – Náátsi – Deu - Expanding Our Relations: Oral concepts of understanding
You are invited to join us for a rich cultural experience to discuss the roles of traditional care and kinship; not just for our homes, but for all spaces we are in. Our guests will speak from each of their perspectives: an Elder, a Non-Indigenous ally, a frontline human services worker, a parent, and a youth. You will hear from a parent and youth as they engage in an honest, and open conversation on how embedding cultural and traditional practices has supported their growing relationship. There will be time for your questions built into this session.
When: Date: Wednesday, September 3029, 2021, 6:00pm – 7:15 pm