National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2023
“The Healing Journey Continues Through Truth and Reconciliation”
Saturday September 30, 2023 | 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Memorial Peace Park, 11968 224th St. Maple Ridge
The theme of this year’s event is “The Healing Journey Continues Through Truth and Reconciliation”. This collaborative community event is hosted by Katzie First Nations, Fraser River Indigenous Society, PLEA Community Services and BC SPOKES. Organizers are partnering with over 30 other local organizations and nonprofits to plan and organize an inclusive and safe community event that supports learning about and supporting Truth and Reconciliation.
The focus of this year’s event is “Healing Through Drumming”. Activities include performances by Indigenous drum groups and performers, special guest speakers, a variety of onsite vendors, orange shirt painting, the creation of a community art project, supporting drum circles, sharing information about supports in the community and creating a safe place for those impacted by the residential school system to come together and share and witness through stories.
All members of the community are welcome to attend this free event.
If you are an Indigenous artisan or local business or community group interested in hosting a booth, please see information in this attachment: ArtisanPackage NDTR event 2023
If you are able to volunteer at this year’s event, see information in this attachment: Volunteers
