September 30, Orange Shirt Day, now also known as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) is a day for all Canadians to commemorate and learn more about the history and legacy of the residential school system.

It’s a day to honour the strength, dignity and advocacy of survivors and intergenerational survivors,  by learning and talking about Indian Residential Schools and remembering the children who never came home. It's a chance to engage and educate more British Columbians about the history of colonialism and how it has and continues to impact First Nations, Métis and Inuit today. 

Many Canadians are taking part in the day by:

• Wearing an orange shirt to show that Every Child Matters
• Attending local events
• Reflecting on and learning more about the history and ongoing legacy of residential schools
• Reading, watching and listening to Indigenous-created content
• Supporting an Indigenous-owned business
• Talking to family, friends and coworkers about reconciliation