The Peterborough Urban Indigenous Working Group (UIWG) is inviting all members of the community to gather on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day — a time to honour residential school Survivors, remember those who never returned home, and commit to the ongoing work of truth, healing, and reconciliation.

This year’s gathering will take place at the Peterborough Museum and Archives, beginning with a sunrise ceremony at 7 a.m. and continuing until 1 p.m. The event will include opening remarks from Elders, guest speakers, cultural teachings, and opportunities for reflection.

In honour of Orange Shirt Day, participants are encouraged to wear an orange shirt as a visible sign of solidarity and to help spark important conversations about the ongoing impacts of the residential school system.

Orange Shirt Day began in 2013, inspired by the story of Phyllis (Jack) Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken from her on her first day at a residential school. The day serves as a powerful reminder that “Every Child Matters” and that reconciliation is a responsibility shared by all Canadians.

Event Details
• Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
• Time: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Peterborough Museum and Archives

Event Schedule
7:00am: Sunrise Ceremony
8:00am: Breakfast
9:00am: Event Opening
11:00am: Round Dance
12:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm: Closing