We are honoured to host community leaders, Elder Rose Henry and Elder Patrick Stephenson, to learn first hand about the impact of residential schools, and its ongoing effects of trauma to the First Nations community. 

Join us to hear about what steps need to be taken for a more systemic change, and what Truth and Reconciliation means to our Elders.

The Canadian Government recently passed legislation to make September 30 a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is an important step in the reconciliation process. It provides an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools, and to honour their survivors, their families and communities.

This special event will be held on 30th September, 6- 7:30pm PDT. This is a perfect way to end your day of commemoration and education. 

The event link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84661260656

Elder Rose Henry

Rose is originally from Tla’amin Nation, and has resided in Victoria for over 30 years. She has served on multiple board of directors for public community service agencies like Together Against Poverty, The Victoria Native Friendship Centre, Vancouver Island Human Rights Coalition and the Capital Region Race Relations

Elder Patrick Stephenson

Patrick is a traditional pipe carrier from Michel Callihoo Nation, Cree and Mohawk.

For media enquiries, please contact domi@sniwwoc.ca at least 48 hours prior to the event.

We acknowledge that this event is hosted from the traditional territory of the Lekwungen people, currently and specifically the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.