National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Thursday, September 30th, Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region’s office and our Lindsay and Peterborough North & South ReStores will be closed.

All of our staff will be coming together for a day of training and collective learning to reflect on the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools and to remember and honour the survivors, their families, and communities.

We invite our volunteers, supporters, and all Canadians to observe this day by participating in activities and education related to Truth and Reconciliation, including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action.

For additional learning resources please visit:

• Truth and Reconciliation: Commission of Canada Reports
• Truth and Reconciliation Commission: Calls to Action
• Indigenous Foundations Arts at UBC
• Legacy of Hope Foundation
• Assembly of First Nations: It’s Our Time Toolkit
• Ally Bill of Responsibilities
• Settlers Take Action

To Donate to survivors of Residential Schools and organizations working to further Reconciliation please visit:

• Canadian Roots Exchange
• First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
• Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society
• Legacy of Hope Foundation
• Orange Shirt Society
• Reconciliation Canada
• True North Aid

For support:

• IRSSS has a 24-hour crisis line for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of their residential school experience: 1-866-925-4419
• First Nations & Indian Hope for Wellness Help Line 1-855-242-3310
• Native Youth Hotline 1-877-209-1266