With National Truth and Reconciliation Day on Sept 30th falling on a PD day this year, we thought it would be helpful to share some ideas of ways you can honour the day from home.
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click the links to watch the recorded versions of the live TLDSB event from the 29th. There were two sessions, each containing something a little different. You may choose to watch one or both.
Recording of morning session https://youtu.be/hCg8SVyoc8Q
Recording of afternoon session https://youtu.be/tsPF8-iFmdg
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read a book together that shares truths about Residential Schools in Canada
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go online and learn about Phyllis Webstad and the origins of Orange Shirt Day
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talk about what truth and reconciliation mean
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visit an Indigenous community near you or their website
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attend a local event in your community – CKL, Muskoka, Haliburton
Miigwetch – Niá:wen – Marci – Merci – Thank-you for supporting an important day from home. Families are teachers too; we are grateful for your partnership on this journey.