National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — Sept. 30
A National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was officially recognized for the first time in 2021 on Sept. 30. This day, also recognized as Orange Shirt Day, seeks to honour the survivors and children who did not make it home from Canada’s Residential School System and increase awareness around this shameful part of our country’s history, as we continue on the path towards reconciliation.
Mount Allison University takes the commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Calls to Action seriously and encourages everyone in the community to take time to learn, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversations.
For additional resources to learn about Canada’s Residential School System and continue on the path towards reconciliation, visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.
2025 Events
Wednesday, Sept. 24
Reconciliation: Kitchen Table Exercise for Faculty and Staff
11 a.m. | Ma’witamkw Room 130 (WMSC) – RSVP
A Kitchen Table Dialogue creates space for constructive conversations on reconciliation in the comfort of a community space. This type of session allows Indigenous peoples and all Canadians to gather and participate in the dialogue on reconciliation.
Saturday, Sept. 27
Youth Mawiomi (Gathering with Dance)
12 p.m. | Dorchestor Consolidated School
Everyone Welcome
Monday, Sept. 29
Flag Raising Ceremony
12 p.m. | Please join us outside the Owens Art Gallery as we raise the Every Child Matters flag on campus.
Tuesday, Sept. 30
University Closed for a Day of Reflection
This year, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, the University will be closed for a day of reflection.
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Reconciliation: Kitchen Table Exercise for Students
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.| Ma’witamkw Room 130 (WMSC) – RSVP
A Kitchen Table Dialogue creates space for constructive conversations on reconciliation in the comfort of a community space. This type of session allows Indigenous peoples and all Canadians to gather and participate in the dialogue on reconciliation.
Friday, Oct. 3
Sisters in Spirit Walk
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (followed by lunch)
Meet at the grounds behind Colville House
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LEARNING RESOURCES Visit National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, which contains educational resources and related information. |
Questions? Email indigenous@mta.ca.
Indigenous Ceremonial Space
Various events and activities, including Sweat Lodge ceremonies, are held on sacred space on campus during the academic year and during special events. Located behind Colville House, the space includes a Sacred Sweat Lodge, tipi, and the Three Sisters Garden.
These spaces also serve as teaching and gathering spaces.
Other events recognized on campus annually include:
- Treaty Day
- National Orange Shirt Day
- Sisters in Spirit Vigil for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls
- National Indigenous Peoples Day
For the most up-to-date events and dates, visit our Calendar of events.
Questions? Email indigenous@mta.ca
