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The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation began 13 years ago, originally as Orange Shirt Day in Williams Lake, British Columbia. Then, in June of 2021, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission called on the federal government through the Call to Action 80, which pushed a motion through government to honour September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Today, Arnprior recognized this important day of reflection by holding a flag raising ceremony, serving notice that Arnprior sits on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation.
Many gathered at Arnprior Town Hall to acknowledge and reflect on the injustice that Indigenous Peoples have had to face over the years.
Speaking with Arnprior Mayor Lisa McGee, she says it’s important to recognize the day.
A moment of silence was held during the ceremony to honour the moment and the day.
Reconciliation means many different things for many different people and McGee shared with us what it means to her.
Take the time to reflect and learn about the history and culture of the local Indigenous community. This Saturday, October 3rd, the Arnprior and District Museum is hosting an event on the Algonquin History along the Madawaska River.
Starting at 2pm, the event will share the strong connection between Algonquin Nations and Arnprior’s new Land Acknowledgment.
(Written by: Bob Kubbinga)
