Caledon Commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

CALEDON, ON (September 19, 2024) – Caledon is proud to announce a series of meaningful events and initiatives in recognition of this year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2024. This day serves as an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect on the legacy of residential schools and to honour Indigenous survivors, their families and communities. 

Town Hall Lit Up in Orange for the Month of September 
To symbolize Caledon’s commitment to the path of reconciliation and the recognition of the ongoing impacts of residential schools, Town Hall is illuminated in orange throughout the entire month of September. The orange lighting serves as a visible reminder of the importance of acknowledging this history and standing in solidarity with Indigenous peoples. 

Flag Raising Ceremony 
The public is invited to attend a special flag-raising ceremony with Town Council and staff on Monday, September 30 at 1:30 p.m. at Town Hall. The flag raising is a gesture of respect and recognition of Indigenous history, and it demonstrates Caledon's ongoing commitment to learning, healing and strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities. 

Travelling Exhibit 
Members of the public can view a travelling educational exhibit at Town Hall, Southfields Community Centre (225 Dougall Ave, Southfields Village), Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness (14111 Regional Rd 5 N, Bolton) and the Caledon East Community Complex (6215 Old Church Road, Caledon East) until the end of October.  

Titled “Honouring the History of the Mississaugas at the Credit River” the exhibit has been shared with the Town from the City of Mississauga and explores the origin of the name Mississauga, the Mississaugas before the 1690s, the impact of settlers, Treaties 14, 19, 22 and 23, and much more. 

Free Film Screening at the Community Centre 
Join us for a free film screening in the Banquet Hall at the Caledon East Community Complex on Monday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. The Town will be filming a Canadian documentary, “Call Me Human”, by Kim O’Bomsawin released in 2020 that offers a foray into history alongside Joséphine Bacon, Innu writer and poet. 

The Town provides a growing number of Indigenous reconciliation resources to the public. To learn more about Town of Caledon’s response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, visit caledon.ca/indigenousreconciliation. The Caledon Public Library also provides public resources on this topic at caledon.library.on.ca/truth-reconciliation.  

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Media contact: 
Communications 
905-584-2272 | communications@caledon.ca 
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon 

About Caledon  
Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.