National Day For Truth & Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools – the impacts of which are still being felt in communities across Canada. As a member of the City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum stands with Indigenous communities and wishes to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home.
Join us with FREE(*) general admission on a journey of education and reflection with a Métis Paper Vest workshop facilitated by the Louis Riel Institute and programming provided by Elder Barb Nepinak. Create a take-home decorative heart for a Heart Garden, with each heart representing the memory of a child lost to the residential school system. Our teepee will be on display for special story times at 12:00PM and 2:00PM and bannock will be served while supplies last.
The museum will be open regular hours (9:30AM – 4:30PM) with special programming between 11:00AM – 3:00PM.
Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear an orange shirt to help raise awareness of the impacts of residential schools and in remembrance – every child matters.
(*)Please Note: The Children’s Museum reserves the right to control entry in accordance with occupancy and general admission policies. Free general admission will be available on a first-come, first-served basis up to a maximum capacity of 600 people for this event.
Event Partner: Culture Days Manitoba
Event Supporters: Arts, Culture and Sport in Community Fund
SPECIAL EVENT NOTICE: MEDIA MAY BE PRESENT AT THIS EVENT
Attendance at this event constitutes guardian consent of participants to be photographed and/or videotaped and to the use of said images, likenesses, profiles and otherwise in print, broadcast, or electronic materials by the Manitoba Children’s Museum Inc. and by third parties promoting the Manitoba Children’s Museum Inc. and releases the Manitoba Children’s Museum Inc. from any claim released to such usage.
The Children’s Museum Believes Every Child Matters
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools – the impacts of which are still being felt in communities across Canada. As a member of the City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum stands with Indigenous communities and wishes to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home. Join us with FREE(*) general admission on a journey of education and reflection with Louis Riel Institute for a Métis Moccasin workshop and Métis Paper Vest workshop on September 30 from 11:00AM – 3:00PM. Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear an orange shirt to help raise awareness of the impacts of residential schools and in remembrance – every child matters.
(*)Please Note: The Children’s Museum reserves the right to control entry in accordance with occupancy and general admission policies. Free general admission will be available on a first-come, first-served basis up to a maximum capacity of 500 people for this event.
Event Partner: Culture Days Manitoba
The Children’s Museum Believes Every Child Matters
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools – the impacts of which are still being felt in communities across Canada. As a member of the City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum stands with Indigenous communities and wishes to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home. Join us with FREE(*) general admission on a journey of education and reflection with Louis Riel Institute for a Métis Moccasin workshop and Métis Paper Vest workshop on September 30 from 11:00AM – 3:00PM. Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear an orange shirt to help raise awareness of the impacts of residential schools and in remembrance – every child matters.
(*)Please Note: The Children’s Museum reserves the right to control entry in accordance with occupancy and general admission policies. Free general admission will be available on a first-come, first-served basis up to a maximum capacity of 500 people for this event.
Event Partner: Culture Days Manitoba
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Earlier this year, the federal government passed legislation to mark September 30, 2021 as the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
The Children’s Museum believes Every Child Matters
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools – the impacts of which are still being felt in communities across Canada. The ongoing recovery of mass gravesites near the locations of former residential schools has been a grim reminder of this legacy. As a member of the City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum Board of Directors and staff stand with Indigenous communities as they grieve, and we wish to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home.
The Children’s Museum will observe the day and will be CLOSED to the public on September 30, 2021 to support staff and volunteers in their journey of education and reflection.
We encourage all members of our community to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We believe that education is key to learning about Indigenous history and residential school experiences, and suggest engaging in community events, reflecting through educational experiences, and/or promoting awareness by wearing an orange shirt on this important day.
Additional Resources
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Earlier this year, the federal government passed legislation to mark September 30, 2021 as the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
The Children’s Museum believes Every Child Matters
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools – the impacts of which are still being felt in communities across Canada. The ongoing recovery of mass gravesites near the locations of former residential schools has been a grim reminder of this legacy. As a member of the City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum Board of Directors and staff stand with Indigenous communities as they grieve, and we wish to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home.
The Children’s Museum will observe the day and will be CLOSED to the public on September 30, 2021 to support staff and volunteers in their journey of education and reflection.
We encourage all members of our community to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We believe that education is key to learning about Indigenous history and residential school experiences, and suggest engaging in community events, reflecting through educational experiences, and/or promoting awareness by wearing an orange shirt on this important day.
Additional Resources
Children’s Museum Circle
Dates: Tuesdays from September 24 to November 26, 2019
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Location: 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4T6
As signatories to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum is committed to promoting deeper intercultural understanding, increased empathy, and mutual respect within our community. With these goals in mind, the Children’s Museum will be hosting Circles for Reconciliation this fall, and is currently seeking Circle participants.
About Circles for Reconciliation
Circles for Reconciliation is a grassroots project that establishes local discussion groups in order to build trusting, meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples as part of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
A Circle consists of weekly 90-minute guided discussions for 10 consecutive weeks.
Each Circle must consist of 10 people – 5 Indigenous and 5 non-Indigenous. The group is led by two trained facilitators, one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous.
Download the Circles for Reconciliation Brochure (PDF) or visit circlesforreconciliation.ca to learn more.
How To Register
Please visit the Circles for Reconciliation website to register.
(Note that Circles throughout Manitoba are seeking people of all backgrounds to participate.)
Instructions to register for the Children’s Museum Circle:
1. Enter “Children’s Museum” in Neighbourhood section.
2. Select “Tuesday” and “Afternoon (1pm)” in the Availability section.
3. Write “Children’s Museum Circle” in the Comments section.
Children’s Museum Circle
Dates: Tuesdays from September 24 to November 26, 2019
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Location: 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4T6
As signatories to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum is committed to promoting deeper intercultural understanding, increased empathy, and mutual respect within our community. With these goals in mind, the Children’s Museum will be hosting Circles for Reconciliation this fall, and is currently seeking Circle participants.
About Circles for Reconciliation
Circles for Reconciliation is a grassroots project that establishes local discussion groups in order to build trusting, meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples as part of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
A Circle consists of weekly 90-minute guided discussions for 10 consecutive weeks.
Each Circle must consist of 10 people – 5 Indigenous and 5 non-Indigenous. The group is led by two trained facilitators, one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous.
Download the Circles for Reconciliation Brochure (PDF) or visit circlesforreconciliation.ca to learn more.
How To Register
Please visit the Circles for Reconciliation website to register.
(Note that Circles throughout Manitoba are seeking people of all backgrounds to participate.)
Instructions to register for the Children’s Museum Circle:
1. Enter “Children’s Museum” in Neighbourhood section.
2. Select “Tuesday” and “Afternoon (1pm)” in the Availability section.
3. Write “Children’s Museum Circle” in the Comments section.
Children’s Museum Circle
Dates: Tuesdays from September 24 to November 26, 2019
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Location: 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4T6
As signatories to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum is committed to promoting deeper intercultural understanding, increased empathy, and mutual respect within our community. With these goals in mind, the Children’s Museum will be hosting Circles for Reconciliation this fall, and is currently seeking Circle participants.
About Circles for Reconciliation
Circles for Reconciliation is a grassroots project that establishes local discussion groups in order to build trusting, meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples as part of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
A Circle consists of weekly 90-minute guided discussions for 10 consecutive weeks.
Each Circle must consist of 10 people – 5 Indigenous and 5 non-Indigenous. The group is led by two trained facilitators, one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous.
Download the Circles for Reconciliation Brochure (PDF) or visit circlesforreconciliation.ca to learn more.
How To Register
Please visit the Circles for Reconciliation website to register.
(Note that Circles throughout Manitoba are seeking people of all backgrounds to participate.)
Instructions to register for the Children’s Museum Circle:
1. Enter “Children’s Museum” in Neighbourhood section.
2. Select “Tuesday” and “Afternoon (1pm)” in the Availability section.
3. Write “Children’s Museum Circle” in the Comments section.
Children’s Museum Circle
Dates: Tuesdays from April 2 to June 4, 2019
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Location: 45 Forks Market Road, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 4T6
As signatories to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord, the Children’s Museum is committed to promoting deeper intercultural understanding, increased empathy, and mutual respect within our community. With these goals in mind, the Children’s Museum will be hosting Circles For Reconciliation this spring, and is currently seeking Circle participants.
About Circles For Reconciliation
Circles For Reconciliation is a grassroots project that establishes local discussion groups in order to build trusting, meaningful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples as part of the 94 Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
A Circle consists of weekly 90-minute guided discussions for 10 consecutive weeks.
Each Circle must consist of 10 people – 5 Indigenous and 5 non-Indigenous. The group is led by two trained facilitators, one Indigenous and one non-Indigenous.
Download the Circles For Reconciliation Brochure (PDF) or visit circlesforreconciliation.ca to learn more.
How To Register
Please visit the Circles For Reconciliation website to register.
(Note that Circles throughout Manitoba are seeking people of all backgrounds to participate.)
Instructions to register for the Children’s Museum Circle:
1. Enter “Children’s Museum” in Neighbourhood section.
2. Select “Tuesday” and “Afternoon (1pm)” in the Availability section.
3. Write “Children’s Museum Circle” in the Comments section.
