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Each year on September 30, we as Canadians step back to reflect on our country’s past, the tragedy of the Residential School system and its continuing impact on our Indigenous communities. Here are some local and national events, including concerts, films and gatherings taking place this year to mark the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation in Toronto and the GTA…<\/p>\n

\"Special<\/p>\n

Toronto \u2014 Gatherings<\/h3>\n

Biidaasige Park Story Walks<\/a><\/strong>
\n Date:<\/strong> Weekly Monday & Tuesday until September 29, 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Biidaasige Park, 39 Commissioners St., Toronto
\nLearn about Toronto’s newest waterfront park at guided walks that explore its Indigenous placekeeping and culture, as well as discussions on the area’s ecological restoration and urban biodiversity.<\/p>\n

Heritage Toronto: Resistance and Reconciliation in York<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 19, 2026, 3:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Starts at Wells Hill Park, 145 Hilton Ave., Toronto
\nOn this walking tour in the Bathurst and St. Clair area, hear inspiring stories of Indigenous resistance, healing, and community-building and explore the enduring Indigenous presence through its parks, public art, and community spaces.<\/p>\n

St. Lawrence Market: ReconciliAction Market<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> St. Lawrence Market, Market Street, Toronto
\nSt. Lawrence Market hosts the ReconciliACTION Market, featuring an Indigenous artisan craft market, as well as food, workshops and live performances by Indigenous artists.<\/p>\n

Bata Shoe Museum: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Commemoration<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. West, Toronto
\nJoin the Bata Shoe Museum for a thoughtful conversation with Ojibwe Kwe author, educator, and Residential School survivor, Karen Chaboyer to honour the experiences of Residential School survivors.<\/p>\n

Toronto Zoo – National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Day<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Toronto Zoo, 2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
\nThe Toronto Zoo offers complimentary admission to Indigenous Peoples and hosts programming for guests to explore, reflect and learn in the First Nation Art Garden.<\/p>\n

Toronto Council Fire Legacy Gathering<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 28-30, 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. West, Toronto
\nThe Indigenous Legacy Gathering at Nathan Phillips Square, by the Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre, celebrates cultural diversity.<\/p>\n

Truth & Reconciliation: An Evening of Reflection<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Distillery District, 55 Mill St., Toronto
\nIn association with the Anishnawbe Health Foundation, the Distillery District invites visitors to gather for an evening of reflection, learning and connection.<\/p>\n

Native Child & Family Services: Annual Pow Wow<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> October 3, 2026, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Dufferin Grove Park, 875 Dufferin Street, Toronto
\nNative Child & Family Services’ Annual Community Pow Wow includes a sunrise ceremony, lots of dancing, vendors, food and giveaways.<\/p>\n

Toronto \u2014 Arts Events<\/h3>\n

Toronto Public Library: Orange Shirt Day Programs<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> Various
\nBranches across Toronto recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day with crafts, such as customizing your own unique shirt and making beaded pins, along with Indigenous storytime sessions, film screenings and live performances.<\/p>\n

Village at Black Creek: Changing the Narrative<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> Ongoing
\nVenue:<\/strong> Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
\nThe Village at Black Creek began the multi-year project Change the Narrative in 2017, in collaboration with Indigenous community members, scholars, artists and elders. It features research, art, exhibits and events to bring Indigenous voices and perspectives to The Village.<\/p>\n

North York Arts: Unveiling Art Connects<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Gibson House Museum, 5172 Yonge St., Toronto
\nJoin Waskwane Design and North York Arts at Gibson House Museum for the unveiling of the Art Connects Mural, which honours Truth and Reconciliation and reflects community spirit.<\/p>\n

East End Arts and the Danforth Multifaith Commons of East End United Regional Ministry (EEURM): Indigenous Roots 2.0 Celebration<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 24, 2026, 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> East End Food Hub, Glen Rhodes Campus, 1470 Gerrard St. East, Toronto
\nCelebrate talented local Indigenous artists and honour Indigenous Culture and History for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.<\/p>\n

Seeing Red: Runway of Rezilience<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
\nProduced by Seeing Red, this Indigenous-led multidisciplinary arts experience brings Indigenous designers, artists, musicians, and storytellers together for a celebration of Indigenous culture and creativity under this year\u2019s theme, “Skywalkers”.<\/p>\n

The Word on the Street Festival<\/a><\/span><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 26-27, 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> David Pecaut Square, 215 King St. West, Toronto\u2060
\nThe Word On The Street Festival (WOTS) is a free open-air book and magazine festival, plus an outdoor marketplace showcasing over 100 exhibitors, Canadian and Indigenous books, magazines, comics, and more for readers of all ages.<\/p>\n

Tkaronto Open IV<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 26, 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Union Station, 65 Front St., Toronto
\nTkaronto Open III is a special gathering co-presented with Union Station, Fall For Dance North, & TO Live, with support from The Native Women’s Resource Centre of Toronto, to celebrate Indigenous culture with a Pow Wow Dance Competition. Honour the beauty of Indigenous culture with performances by dancers from across Turtle Island.<\/p>\n

Village at Black Creek: Reconciliation Walk & Indigenous Art Trail<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate: <\/strong>September 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
\nOffering free admission to The Village on September 28, visitors are invited to wear an orange shirt on this day of education and remembrance, as well as contemplation and reflection. View art installations by local and Indigenous artists and participate in art-based activities.<\/p>\n

Revue Cinema – Film Screening: “SLASH\/BACK” (2002)<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026, 9:30 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto
\nThe Revue Cinema hosts a free\/pay-what-you-can screening of “SLASH\/BACK” (2002), with partial concession proceeds and donations directed to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society.<\/p>\n

\"Special<\/p>\n

Greater Toronto Area<\/h3>\n

Chippewas Of Georgina Island Pow Wow<\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 26-27, 2026
\nJoin the Chippewas of Georgina Island at their two-day Pow Wow, with the yearly theme “Spirit of the Drum”. Feel the warmth of community in a family-friendly atmosphere and enjoy powerful drumming, traditional dancing, singing, authentic crafts and food vendors.<\/p>\n

Bradley Museum, Mississauga: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Bradley Museum<\/a>
\nDate: <\/strong>September 30, 2026
\nVenue: <\/strong>Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Road, Mississauga
\nThe Bradley Museum hosts hands-on activities and free guided tours of the historic house and museum grounds while sharing the history of Indigenous peoples on the treaty lands now known as the City of Mississauga.<\/p>\n

Woodland Cultural Centre: National Day For Truth And Reconciliation<\/a>
\nDate:\u00a0<\/strong>September 30, 2026, 9:00 AM \u2013 4:30 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Woodland Cultural Centre, 184 Mohawk Street, Brantford
\nJoin Brantford’s Woodland Cultural Centre for cultural performances, guest speakers, film screenings, Indigenous artisan market, and more. Self-guided tours of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School will also be offered throughout the day.<\/p>\n

The Indigenous Network: National Day of Truth and Reconciliation<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> 4150 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga
\nGather to honour this important occasion through film screenings, Indigenous vendors, arts-based activities, Sacred Fire, community information, and a reflective walk through the park.<\/p>\n

Town of Georgina<\/strong>:\u00a0Flag Raising<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026, 4:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Georgina Civic Centre, 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick
\nThe Town of Georgina, in partnership with the Chippewas of Georgina Island, holds a flag-raising at the Civic Centre, including a smudging ceremony and a drummer.<\/p>\n

Heart Lake Conservation Park: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Event<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Heart Lake Conservation Park, 10818 Heart Lake Road, Brampton
\nThe Four Colours Drum Circle and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) host an event at the Medicine Wheel Garden in Heart Lake Conservation Park in Brampton to commemorate the Children of the Residential Schools and to comfort all affected families.<\/p>\n

The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund: Celebrating Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip<\/a><\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> October 15, 2026, 7:30 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, St. Catharines
\nIn support of the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, this annual concert honours Gord Downie\u2019s lasting legacy, featuring The Secret Path Band and Strictly Hip.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

Nationwide<\/h3>\n

Truth and Reconciliation Week<\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 21-25, 2026
\nThe National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation at the University of Manitoba hosts a national program open to all schools across Canada.<\/p>\n

Orange Shirt Day<\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026
\nInspired by residential school survivor Phyllis Webstad’s story of being stripped of her possessions upon arrival, people across the nation wear orange shirts to remember these indignities.<\/p>\n

Downie & Wenjack Fund: A Day to Listen<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
\nWith more than 540 participating radio stations across the country, A Day to Listen uses the power of radio to inspire people throughout Canada to move reconciliation forward in meaningful ways.<\/p>\n

Culture Days<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> September 30, 2026
\nThis annual nationwide culture festival commemorates the NDTR with events and resources aimed at uplifting Indigenous communities and sharing the perspectives of First Nations, M\u00e9tis, and Inuit peoples.<\/p>\n

Further Information and Playlists<\/h3>\n

City of Toronto: National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Information<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe City of Toronto Culture Department website page lists many excellent resources and different ways to honour this important yearly event.<\/p>\n

Toronto Public Library: Read Indigenous<\/strong><\/a>
\nToronto Public Library\u2019s Indigenous Advisory Council has selected a yearly list of books written by Indigenous authors, writers, illustrators and Knowledge Keepers. It also includes many titles intended for kids and teens.<\/p>\n

CBC Kids YouTube Channel: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation<\/strong><\/a>
\nIn honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC Kids’ YouTube channel features a playlist of videos for kids, featuring facts about Indigenous issues, as well as stories and crafts.<\/p>\n

APTN Special Programming<\/a><\/strong>
\nAPTN, Canada’s Indigenous television channel, broadcasts\u00a0special programs September 30th in honour of the survivors of residential, day, and boarding schools. Their website also lists some meaningful ways to participate in this day of remembrance and reconciliation.<\/p>\n

Find more Special Events in Toronto and the GTA here<\/span><\/a>…<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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