By Canadian Press

Canada marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with events across country, including Prince George

Sep 30, 2023 | 1:03 AM

OTTAWA — Communities are gathering across Canada today to recognize the third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

The federal holiday recognizes the legacy of Canada’s residential school system and its harms to Indigenous Peoples.

In Ottawa, residential school survivors and Indigenous leaders are set to attend a commemorative event on Parliament Hill beginning at noon.

There are also events taking place across the country, including powwows in Victoria, Winnipeg and Toronto.

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg is offering free admission today, as is the Canadian Museum of History in Ottawa.

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In Montreal, a rally and march starts at 1 p.m. featuring speakers and drummers.

In Prince George, a Truth and Reconciliation public ceremony will take place starting at 2 p.m. at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park with organizers calling it a chance for those in attendance to honour the lives lost and recognize the impact residential schools have left on survivors, their families, and communities.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 30, 2023.

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