Truth & Reconciliation Week
About the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
“In June 2021, the House of Commons unanimously passed legislation to make September 30 a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to commemorate the history and ongoing trauma caused by residential schools and to honour survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve for those who were lost.” (Gov’t of MB, 2021)
Brandon University is pleased to be partnering alongside local community groups, organizations and members in creating and supporting opportunities to gather, listen and learn on September 30 and throughout the week.
More details about community events, including the latest schedules, are available from the Brandon Urban Aboriginal Peoples’ Council.
Truth & Reconciliation Week 2026
Community Activities & Gatherings
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Sept. 30
Brandon University will be closed on Wednesday in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. However, community events will be held on this day and throughout the week. Follow Brandon Urban Aboriginal Peoples’ Council for the latest updates.
Braid Symbol – Email Signature
Faculty and staff are encouraged to incorporate the braid symbol from Mamaawii-atooshke aakihkiwiin, the BU Strategic Plan, in their email signatures. The use of the braid in the Strategic Plan was inspired by Indigenous peoples and represents being stronger and more resilient together.
Connect with BU colleagues at Community Events
BU’s Diversity & Human Rights Office invites you to reach out if you would like to connect with others from across campus at various community events.
Contact Cheryl at flemingc@brandonu.ca.
Educator & Community Resources
LibGuides, Virtual Displays and more!
The BU John E. Robbins Library offers a collection of books and resources that raise awareness about Canada’s Residential School system. Learn more about resources available to you or for in the classroom by viewing the virtual displays below.
Orange Shirt Day Books
Research Connection & Indigenous Authors/Researchers Book Display
BU’s Centre for Aboriginal & Rural Education Studies invites visitors to borrow from their hosted collection of books. Contact Michelle Lam at cares@brandonu.ca for more details.
Pulling Together Manitoba Foundations Guide
Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community members, and Indigenous organizations across Manitoba have ‘pulled together” to work alongside Assiniboine College, Brandon University, and Campus Manitoba to adapt the Pulling Together Foundations Guide for western Manitoba.
Originally created in British Columbia as part of a larger Indigenization project, the Pulling Together: Manitoba Foundations Guide (Brandon Edition) will provide a starting point for those who want to learn more about Indigenous Peoples in the Prairie region of Canada and those who wish to begin their journey of understanding Canada’s colonial legacy.
The Pulling Together: Manitoba Foundations Guide (Brandon edition) is an open educational resource that can be found at http://pressbooks.openedmb.ca/pullingtogethermanitoba/.
