Ravia takes September 30 seriously by walking through what Truth and Reconciliation Day is, and why it matters beyond symbolism. We connect the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s work to our responsibilities as treaty people, specifically for South Asian Canadians and other immigrant communities in Edmonton and across Canada.
• Please note the content warning on Residential Schools and colonial violence
• What the Truth and Reconciliation Commission is and what it documented
• Why September 30 connects to Orange Shirt Day and Phyllis Webstad’s story
• Why South Asian and immigrant communities are part of reconciliation work
• What it means to be treaty people on Treaty 6 territory
• TRC Calls to Action 93 and 94 for newcomers and citizenship learning
• Practising reconciliation daily through respectful relationships and challenging casual racism
• Eight practical ways to learn, teach, and take informed action
• Edmonton-area events and resources including courses, podcasts, and community organizations
Tune in weekly on Mondays & Thursdays to TURN it up with Ravia on 97.9 FM or live-stream at www.theuniversalradio.com
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