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The library will be closed Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day.

The library will be closed Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day.

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National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

Statement for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

If you are a Survivor and need emotional support, a national crisis line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week: Residential School Survivor Support Line: 1-866-925-4419

We would like to take this opportunity to address the importance of the National Day For Truth and Reconciliation, a day dedicated to recognizing and honouring the experiences of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. This day, September 30th, holds immense significance as we seek to foster understanding, empathy, and healing within our community. On this National Day For Truth and Reconciliation, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous Communities, acknowledging the painful truths of our shared history and committing to the path of Reconciliation, healing, and building a more equitable and inclusive future together.

This statement was created with the support of people in Stratford that work in arts, business, travel, government, public service and a wide array of community members and staff who collectively sit on the Equity Community Collective. Interested in getting involved, please email: dei@stratford.ca

Read the full statement regarding National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

Truth & Reconciliation Resources

If you are a Survivor and need emotional support, a national crisis line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week: Residential School Survivor Support Line: 1-866-925-4419

National Centre For Truth and Reconciliation

The 2015 Truth & Reconciliation Commission Report Summary

The 2015 Truth & Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Where are the Children Buried?

Stratford Public Library is proud to host and maintain this website on behalf of the people in Stratford that work in arts, business, travel, government, public service and the wide array of community members and staff who collectively sit on the Equity Community Collective.