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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event and walk

Name: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event and walk
Start: 2026-09-30
End: 2026-09-30
Location: Castlegar

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event and walk in Castlegar, hosted by the Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS), commemorates those affected by residential schools. Held on September 30, it includes a commemorative walk, drumming, community lunch, and local vendors.

Date: Sep 30, 2026
Location: Castlegar
Status: Upcoming

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation event and walk

Event summary

Highlights

Commemorative walk for residential school survivors
Drumming performance
Community lunch
Local vendors and t-shirt sales

The Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS) invites the public to a special event and walk in Castlegar for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, held on Wednesday, September 30. This event serves to honor those affected by residential schools, particularly those who did not return home.

The walk is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. from the Sandman Hotel and will proceed to the COINS office at 1801 Connors Road. Individuals who prefer not to participate in the walk are welcome to join directly at the COINS office to greet the walkers. The event is set to conclude at 1 p.m.

Attendees can expect activities such as drumming, a community lunch, and the presence of various vendors. T-shirts will also be available for purchase at the event.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Sandman Hotel; castlegarnews.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Castlegar

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