On September 30th, the community came together at Tse’k’wa National Historic Site to commemorate Truth and Reconciliation Day.
On September 30, the Tse’k’wa Heritage Society partnered with the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) to host a campfire and open house. This event acknowledged the legacy of residential schools and the children who were lost, as well as the survivors and their communities.
This event was part of a series of reconciliation activities held in the North Peace over the course of a week. Highlights included a Tea and Round Dance organized by the Treaty 8 Tribal Association on September 28, and a Fishing Derby hosted by the Fort St. John Metis Society on September 29 at Charlie Lake, BC.
People from diverse backgrounds came together at Tse’k’wa for an afternoon dedicated to learning and reflection. The gathering attracted more than a hundred attendees, many of whom donned orange shirts, at the National Historic Site.
‘Our goal for this event was to create a safe space for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous visitors to reflect on the day. It was encouraging to see so many people visit the site with open hearts and open ears, willing to learn about the continued legacy of residential schools. We are grateful for everyone who contributed to a healing environment.’ said Alyssa Currie, Tse’k’wa Executive Director in a post on the Tse’k’wa website.
Guests were able to enjoy warm refreshments while enjoying campfires, as well as taking self-guided tours along an interpretive trail which ends at the cave. There were also displays in the archaeology dome about the ongoing work being done by the Tse’k’wa Heritage Society.
Team members from the Indian Residential School Survivors Society provided visitors with important educational materials and support resources, along with snacks for the many children who attended.
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