Niagara Parks honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation along the Niagara River Corridor – PelhamToday.ca

Sept. 27, 2024

Niagara Falls will be illuminated in orange at the top of every hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which began as Orange Shirt Day

NIAGARA FALLS – In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Niagara Parks invites the public to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of Indigenous people in Niagara through unique opportunities across the Niagara River corridor.

Falls to Glow Orange for Truth and Reconciliation

On Monday, Sept,. 30, 2024, Niagara Falls will be illuminated in orange at the top of every hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which began as Orange Shirt Day, a grassroots movement among Indigenous people inspired by the story of residential school survivor Phyllis Webstad. The Strong Water Singers, an Indigenous led collective with members from across Niagara, will be present to sing and drum.

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