Show your support on September 30 by wearing orange!

Each year, NOSM University creates a new T-shirt honouring the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and the orange shirt movement initiated by Phyllis Webstad of Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation.  

This year’s artwork reminds us of interconnectedness; everything we do now has an impact seven generations from today. The heart represents learning the harsh Truth with an open heart and accepting the knowledge shared by Survivors. The three feathers represent the number of years we’ve been acknowledging this day and are a gentle reminder to keep one’s mind, body, and Spirit in balance. The harsh Truth we acknowledge is that thousands of children died while at residential school; this knowledge and learning is heavy heart work. 

To learn more about advancing reconciliation or donate to Indigenous education initiatives and bursaries, visit: nosm.ca/ndtr.

Don't forget to join us Friday, September 30 from 12–1:30 p.m. to honour the lives lost and reflect on how we can advance reconciliation. Join via YouTube: https://youtu.be/qSh6ub5iNtk