VIU Day of Truth and Reconciliation at Cowichan Campus

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Friday, September 20th, 2013
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Events at VIU�s Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River campuses will mark the �VIU Day of Truth and Reconciliation�.

British Columbia has declared September 16 to 22, 2013, Reconciliation Week in support of the healing process undertaken through The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC).

In support of the Commission's work, and to demonstrate that VIU understands the important role the Commission plays in fostering understanding of the history and legacy of the residential school experience on Canada's Aboriginal populations, VIU�s Senate endorsed a motion designating Friday, September 20, 2013, as a "VIU Day of Truth and Reconciliation�.

Events planned at VIU�s Cowichan Campus in recognition of the important work of the TRC include a film titled Muffins for Granny, 10:30 am � 12:30 pm in the Cowichan Campus Theatre. This film examines the personal experiences of Residential School survivors, followed by a facilitated discussion.

Participants are encouraged to wear red to show their support for the TRC.