VIU Day of Truth and Reconciliation

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Friday, September 20th, 2013
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Events at VIU�s Nanaimo campus 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 for this day at VIU�s Nanaimo, Cowichan and Powell River campuses in recognition of the important work of the TRC include a film titled Muffins for Granny, a lunch at Shq�apthut, the Gathering Place at VIU, and a Walk for Reconciliation on the Nanaimo campus. (See below for full events schedule.)

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

VIU DAY OF TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION EVENTS SCHEDULE

Nanaimo Campus:

Friday, September 20 - VIU Day of Truth and Reconciliation
9 to 11 am FILM - Muffins for Granny
A film examining the personal experiences of Residential School survivors, followed by a facilitated discussion
Location: Shq�apthut, the Gathering Place Building 170

11 am to 12 pm Lunch at Shq�apthut, the Gathering Place Building 170

12 to 2 pm Walk for Reconciliation
A procession from Shq�apthut to the Kwulasulwut Gardens, located behind the library � Building 305
Remarks on the work of Canada�s Truth and Reconciliation Commission