National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The St. Marys Public Library (15 Church St N) and the Friendship Centre (317 James St S) will be livestreaming the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation broadcast from Parliament Hill on Wedesday, September 30.

Individuals are encouraged to wear an orange shirt on Tuesday, September 30 to honour survivors of residential schools, in support of the “Every Child Matters” message. Those looking to purchase a shirt are encouraged to buy from Indigenous-owned businesses. 

Talking About Treaty 29 Exhibit

Beginning on September 4, the St. Marys Museum will display an exhibit titled ‘Talking About Treaty 29’. The exhibit examines the creation of Treaty 29, also known as the Huron Tract Purchase of 1827. It also explores the history of treaties and how the ongoing rights and responsibilities impact the area now known as St. Marys. The exhibit will be available for viewing during the Museum’s regular hours until December 2026.

Truth and Reconciliation Banner

In September 2021, the Town of St. Marys hosted its first National Truth and Reconciliation Day commemoration, with guidance from Indigenous educator Patsy Anne Day.

This blank canvas was placed in Milt Dunnell Field, where community members were invited to show their support by adding an orange handprint. The center was intentionally left blank for Ojibway artist Jeffrey “Red” George, who grew up on the lands of the Kettle and Stoney Point First Nation, to complete the artwork.

The Truth and Reconciliation banner will be on display on the front of the St. Marys Museum on Wednesday, September 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

For more information on National Day for Truth and reconciliation, please visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation website.