The bottom line:
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The creation of a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation was one of 94 Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
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Only a handful of provinces have recognized September 30th as a paid day of recognition and remembrance.
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Many Indigenous workers were unable to take the day off to observe ceremonies held by First Nations communities.
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We need action on the promise of healing.
We need provincial governments to make September 30th a paid day of recognition and remembrance!