Today, September 30, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Mayor Don Mitchell has issued the following statement to recognize the day:

“As a country and a Town, we recognize the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Today, the Town will both raise a flag to represent #EveryChildMatters and fly all flags at half-mast as we remember and honour the many children lost, the residential school survivors, and their families. I hope that you will join me, Whitby Council, and Town of Whitby staff by wearing an orange shirt in honour of #EveryChildMatters, and taking a moment of personal reflection. I encourage every resident to learn about the importance of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples across the country and reflect on the impact we and those before us have had on the original inhabitants of this land. For more information, visit whitby.ca/Diversity.”

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Erin Mikaluk, Manager, Communications and Creative Services
Town of Whitby
Phone: 289.314.6913
Email: mikaluke@whitby.ca