Lethbridge County to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Sep 9, 2021 | 8:36 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Lethbridge County has confirmed it will be recognizing the new statutory holiday later this month.

September 30 has been deemed the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Lethbridge County Reeve Lorne Hickey said, “we recognize the importance of commemorating National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and honouring survivors, families, and communities impacted by the tragedy of residential schools.”

“I encourage everyone to take time on September 30 to learn about and reflect on the impact residential schools have had on Indigenous peoples and what we can do moving forward in reconciliation.”

County offices will be closed on September 30 and will reopen for regular business hours on October 1.

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CAO Ann Mitchell stated that, “this is a day for us all to educate ourselves on the tragedies inflicted upon Indigenous peoples in Canada.”

“Each of us has a role to play in reconciliation and commemorating National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is one step in that process.”

In addition to recognizing the day, Lethbridge County will lower flags to half-mast and will be sharing educational resources with staff “to enhance learning and awareness on Indigenous history and the tragic legacy of Canada’s residential schools.”

Multiple resources are available to learn more about truth and reconciliation in Canada, including:

The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (https://nctr.ca/)
Government of Canada website on Indigenous history (https://www.canada.ca/en/services/culture/history-heritage/indigenous-history.html)
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (https://www.un.org/esa/socdev/unpfii/documents/DRIPS_en.pdf)

Additionally, there is a National Indian Residential School Crisis Line to offer support. That service is available at 1-866-925-4419.

by Justin Goulet

Lethbridge County to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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