Durham observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at the Remembering the Children Memorial

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at a Remembering the Children Memorial on September 24 at 11:30 a.m.

A commemorative orange crosswalk—designed by visual artist, Jon Colwell, a proud member of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation—and an accompanying plaque will be unveiled at the memorial. The crosswalk has been planned with the advice and guidance of Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, Indigenous community members and organizations.

When: Saturday, September 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Where: Durham Regional Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby. Please access the grounds from the north entrance on Rossland Road. Follow the directional arrows to the south parking lot. The memorial will take place at the Garden Street entrance.

Who: The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Division of The Regional Municipality of Durham is hosting the memorial.

Why: Committing to reconciliation involves learning about Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing; creating genuine and meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities. It is only when we take these steps and embrace reconciliation in our hearts, minds and actions that we can truly create spaces for healing and understanding.

Note: Media are invited to attend. Please RSVP by contacting Corporate Communications by Friday, September 23 at 3 p.m.

Event details and information on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation can be found at durham.ca/reconciliation.

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For media inquiries, please contact Corporate Communications.