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House Hansard - 227

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
September 29, 2023 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 227 - Sep/29/23
Mrs. Marilène Gill (Manicouagan, BQ)
  • Sep/29/23 11:17:01 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a first nations initiative to commemorate the painful history of residential schools. It is an opportunity to remember all those who suffered trauma that then followed them throughout their lives. It also gives us an opportunity to think of all those children who never returned home, as well as their families. On this occasion, everyone is invited to show their solidarity by wearing the colour orange, which, for indigenous peoples, symbolizes truth and healing. There is still more work to be done to uncover the truth about residential schools and bring it to light. We need to know the truth in order to understand the terrible multi-generational consequences of this systematic cultural dispossession. Time alone is not enough to heal the wounds. Healing requires meaningful acts of reconciliation towards first nations, Inuit and Métis people. Only they can tell us what form those acts must take. It is up to us to demonstrate the respect that has too often been lacking throughout our history. In order to write the next chapter together, we must show them that respect. Shutshiteiemueu.
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Context: House Hansard - 227 - Sep/29/23
Hon. Greg Fergus (Hull—Aylmer, Lib.)
  • Sep/29/23 11:20:39 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Tomorrow we will gather on the unceded territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation to mark the profound meaning of this day, as we meet to remember, reflect and act in solidarity. Let us be clear, this is not a one-day conversation. It is a call to become lifelong learners, seeking to understand the harms of the past and their ongoing implications. This day invites us to delve deeper into the complex relationship between indigenous and non-indigenous peoples. It is an opportunity to learn, show empathy and grow together. Today, tomorrow and every day, let us take a moment to reflect on the resilience of indigenous communities. Let us commit to being by their side as we work together for a better future. Change starts with each and every one of us. Together, we can honour the strength and spirit of indigenous communities by working for a Canada where reconciliation is not just a word, but a reality.
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