National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30 is recognized annually as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day serves to honour the memory of the children who never made it home from residential schools, as well as the Survivors, their families, and communities. It is a time for public reflection on the tragic legacy and lasting impacts of residential schools—an essential step in the journey toward reconciliation.

The first official commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was hosted in Airdrie in 2022 through a collaboration between the City of Airdrie, Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society (CCFRS), Elders and Knowledge-Keepers from across Treaty 7 territory and the Métis Nation of Alberta District 4.

The City continues to support events recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation through funding and collaboration with not-for-profit groups leading the planning and delivery of these events.

Learn more about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

New Blood

Event hosted by Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society

Tues., Sept. 30, 2025 from 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Bert Church LIVE Theatre
1000 East Lake Boulevard NE

This powerful play celebrates Siksika (Blackfoot) history and traditions. It is inspired by the life of Chief Vincent Yellow Old Woman and his experience as a residential school survivor who went on to become Chief of Siksika Nation.

Indigenous guests are complimentary, adults (18+) are $10 and youth (3 - 17) are $5 each.

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Trusting the Truth of Turtle Island

Event hosted by Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society

Sat., Sept. 27, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Inspire, Multi-purpose room J
805 Main St. SW

Under the direction of Elder Lance Scout, Kainai Nation, and with the assistance of Bree Clark, Plains Cree and Irish, Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society in partnership with the City of Airdrie, proudly present a full-day Indigenous led workshop, creating fortitude in the Spirit of Healing and Reconciliation.

Sharing Indigenous worldviews, teachings, shared understandings and healing principles. The workshop will include the medicine wheel philosophies (spiritual law, natural law, cultural law and contrarian law). Interactive exercises will provide the opportunity for individual, group participation and reflection.

This workshop supports professional development through trauma-informed, culturally grounded practices, contributing to the 94 Calls to Action and United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).

To maintain intimacy and impact, participation will be capped at 21 attendees.

Register for Trusting the Truth of Turtle Island