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Orange Shirt events in Bonnyville “really beautiful to see”

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The Grassroots Movement Committee in Bonnyville provided a full day of entertainment and educational activities on Thursday, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day culminated in a drive-through around town. The committee was formed specifically to observe Truth and Reconciliation Day.  “Several of the people in the group are first generation—they attended residential […]

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Communities come together for Orange Shirt day

Posted on by Jeff Gaye

Ceremonies and events were held across Canada on September 30 to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The holiday was established as one of 94 Calls To Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 2015 report. In Bonnyville, the Grassroots Movement Committee held educational events and a drive-through (see story on page 3).  […]

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TaggedACFA, Grassroots Movement Committee, l'Association Canadienne-Francaise de l'Alberta, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, St Paul Champions for Change
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