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The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is part of Gord Downie’s legacy and commitment to reconciliation. #ReconciliACTION #DoSomething #SecretPathWeek
What does reconciliation look like to you—in your workplace, your school, or your community?
To honour the 10th anniversary of the TRC’s Final Report and its 94 Calls to Action last year, we asked to hear your vision for the future.
Over the next few weeks we will be sharing some of those responses.
To honour the 10th anniversary of the TRC’s Final Report and its 94 Calls to Action last year, we asked to hear your vision for the future.
Over the next few weeks we will be sharing some of those responses.
January 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
What does reconciliation look like to you—in your workplace, your school, or your community?
To honour the 10th anniversary of the TRC’s Final Report and its 94 Calls to Action last year, we asked to hear your vision for the future.
Over the next few weeks we will be sharing some of those responses.
To honour the 10th anniversary of the TRC’s Final Report and its 94 Calls to Action last year, we asked to hear your vision for the future.
Over the next few weeks we will be sharing some of those responses.
Nechako is a powerful film that follows two Indigenous Nations, the Stellat’en and Saik’uz, as they fight to restore the Nechako River and the way of life it has sustained for generations.
Director Lyana Patrick joined us for DWF LIVE to share her experiences and insights.
https://ow.ly/LAbh50XX0OT
Director Lyana Patrick joined us for DWF LIVE to share her experiences and insights.
https://ow.ly/LAbh50XX0OT
January 14, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Nechako is a powerful film that follows two Indigenous Nations, the Stellat’en and Saik’uz, as they fight to restore the Nechako River and the way of life it has sustained for generations.
Director Lyana Patrick joined us for DWF LIVE to share her experiences and insights.
https://ow.ly/LAbh50XX0OT
Director Lyana Patrick joined us for DWF LIVE to share her experiences and insights.
https://ow.ly/LAbh50XX0OT
Regina Public Library (RPL) is an urban library system in Saskatchewan committed to providing community services, spaces, and technologies to inspire discovery, learning, and connection.
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#OshkiWupoowane #TheBlanketFund #Reconciliation #CanadianTire #DownieWenjack
theblanketfund.ca
#OshkiWupoowane #TheBlanketFund #Reconciliation #CanadianTire #DownieWenjack
January 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Regina Public Library (RPL) is an urban library system in Saskatchewan committed to providing community services, spaces, and technologies to inspire discovery, learning, and connection.
theblanketfund.ca
#OshkiWupoowane #TheBlanketFund #Reconciliation #CanadianTire #DownieWenjack
theblanketfund.ca
#OshkiWupoowane #TheBlanketFund #Reconciliation #CanadianTire #DownieWenjack
Practice and learn a few Anishinaabemowin phrases from "Gchitwaawendaagod Kiing, The Land is Sacred", read by author Bomgiizhik Isaac Murdoch. Let's keep Indigenous languages alive! 📢 💬
Music: “Son” by Gord Downie
#Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousLanguages #DoSomething
Music: “Son” by Gord Downie
#Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousLanguages #DoSomething
January 7, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Practice and learn a few Anishinaabemowin phrases from "Gchitwaawendaagod Kiing, The Land is Sacred", read by author Bomgiizhik Isaac Murdoch. Let's keep Indigenous languages alive! 📢 💬
Music: “Son” by Gord Downie
#Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousLanguages #DoSomething
Music: “Son” by Gord Downie
#Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousLanguages #DoSomething
MAMAWO PAYIWAK, organized by the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors Centre (EASC), was a two-day event leading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2024 that featured a pipe ceremony, dancers, singers and drummers, open-fire cooking, ceremonial feasts, storytelling, and more.
January 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
MAMAWO PAYIWAK, organized by the Edmonton Aboriginal Seniors Centre (EASC), was a two-day event leading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2024 that featured a pipe ceremony, dancers, singers and drummers, open-fire cooking, ceremonial feasts, storytelling, and more.
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The girl who launched a cultural movement when she was shamed for wearing a ribbon skirt to a school formal looks back on all the changes since the incident.
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www.aptnnews.ca?p=281852
The girl who ignited a cultural movement reflects on changes since she was shamed for wearing a ribbon skirt
About five years ago, Isabella Kulak, a member of the Cote First Nation in Saskatchewan was shamed for wearing a ribbon skirt to formal day.
www.aptnnews.ca
January 5, 2026 at 9:57 PM
The girl who launched a cultural movement when she was shamed for wearing a ribbon skirt to a school formal looks back on all the changes since the incident.
www.aptnnews.ca?p=281852
www.aptnnews.ca?p=281852
National Ribbon Skirt Day recognizes the importance of ribbon skirts as expressions of identity, culture, and strength for many Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Learn more about Ribbon Skirts: https://www.theribbonskirtproject.ca/whatisaribbonskirt
#NationalRibbonSkirtDay
Learn more about Ribbon Skirts: https://www.theribbonskirtproject.ca/whatisaribbonskirt
#NationalRibbonSkirtDay
January 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
National Ribbon Skirt Day recognizes the importance of ribbon skirts as expressions of identity, culture, and strength for many Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
Learn more about Ribbon Skirts: https://www.theribbonskirtproject.ca/whatisaribbonskirt
#NationalRibbonSkirtDay
Learn more about Ribbon Skirts: https://www.theribbonskirtproject.ca/whatisaribbonskirt
#NationalRibbonSkirtDay
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, ACEH hosted the Spirit of Na’tsa’maht’, a summer-long series of cultural events running from June to September 2024 that fostered community and addressed the stigma around homelessness and harm reduction.
December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, ACEH hosted the Spirit of Na’tsa’maht’, a summer-long series of cultural events running from June to September 2024 that fostered community and addressed the stigma around homelessness and harm reduction.
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026. Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us
December 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026. Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us
As you plan your charitable giving this holiday season, consider donating to DWF. Donate before the end of the year to receive a charitable tax receipt for 2025.
Your generosity turns learning into action, and action into change.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Your generosity turns learning into action, and action into change.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
December 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
As you plan your charitable giving this holiday season, consider donating to DWF. Donate before the end of the year to receive a charitable tax receipt for 2025.
Your generosity turns learning into action, and action into change.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Your generosity turns learning into action, and action into change.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026. Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
December 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026. Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
downiewenjack.ca/support-us
Niibaa-anama’e-giizhigad translates to “Merry Nighttime Prayer Day” in Anishinaabemowin, or Merry Christmas, and is observed by many Anishinaabe communities on December 25. This day emphasizes connection to community, tradition, and the spirit of giving.
December 25, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Niibaa-anama’e-giizhigad translates to “Merry Nighttime Prayer Day” in Anishinaabemowin, or Merry Christmas, and is observed by many Anishinaabe communities on December 25. This day emphasizes connection to community, tradition, and the spirit of giving.
Le Réveillon is a traditional Métis celebration held on Christmas Eve. The celebration typically includes feasting, music, and communal gatherings that extend late into the night.
Watch this year’s DWF LIVE with Métis Santa:
https://youtu.be/dLXR4yvHxYY?si=wAggxqc3PVwQfsUd
#Métis #Réveillon #Holiday
Watch this year’s DWF LIVE with Métis Santa:
https://youtu.be/dLXR4yvHxYY?si=wAggxqc3PVwQfsUd
#Métis #Réveillon #Holiday
December 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Le Réveillon is a traditional Métis celebration held on Christmas Eve. The celebration typically includes feasting, music, and communal gatherings that extend late into the night.
Watch this year’s DWF LIVE with Métis Santa:
https://youtu.be/dLXR4yvHxYY?si=wAggxqc3PVwQfsUd
#Métis #Réveillon #Holiday
Watch this year’s DWF LIVE with Métis Santa:
https://youtu.be/dLXR4yvHxYY?si=wAggxqc3PVwQfsUd
#Métis #Réveillon #Holiday
Quviasukvik translates to “a time of joy” and is a winter celebration observed in many Inuit communities throughout Inuit Nunangat.
Learn more about Quviasukvik in Inuit culture:
https://arcticportal.org/ap-library/news/3636-inuit-christmas-and-new-year-celebrating-quviasukvik-and-winter-traditions
Learn more about Quviasukvik in Inuit culture:
https://arcticportal.org/ap-library/news/3636-inuit-christmas-and-new-year-celebrating-quviasukvik-and-winter-traditions
December 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Quviasukvik translates to “a time of joy” and is a winter celebration observed in many Inuit communities throughout Inuit Nunangat.
Learn more about Quviasukvik in Inuit culture:
https://arcticportal.org/ap-library/news/3636-inuit-christmas-and-new-year-celebrating-quviasukvik-and-winter-traditions
Learn more about Quviasukvik in Inuit culture:
https://arcticportal.org/ap-library/news/3636-inuit-christmas-and-new-year-celebrating-quviasukvik-and-winter-traditions
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, the West Flat Citizens Group Inc. provided a land-based learning experience focused on traditional medicines (sage, cedar, sweetgrass, tobacco) for local youth called the Medicine Teaching Project.
December 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, the West Flat Citizens Group Inc. provided a land-based learning experience focused on traditional medicines (sage, cedar, sweetgrass, tobacco) for local youth called the Medicine Teaching Project.
This year, we announced that Canadian Tire Corporation is now supporting The Blanket Fund, building on its partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Since 2022, The Blanket Fund has redirected all Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket proceeds back to Indigenous projects and communities.
December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This year, we announced that Canadian Tire Corporation is now supporting The Blanket Fund, building on its partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. Since 2022, The Blanket Fund has redirected all Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket proceeds back to Indigenous projects and communities.
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026.
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us/
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us/
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026.
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us/
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://downiewenjack.ca/support-us/
#DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething
Magoshe Giizhigad marks the Anishinaabe winter solstice period. It is traditionally a feast day around winter solstice time, which has evolved to include Christmas and gift-giving celebrations.
#MagosheGiizhigad #Anishinaabe #WinterSolstice
#MagosheGiizhigad #Anishinaabe #WinterSolstice
December 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Magoshe Giizhigad marks the Anishinaabe winter solstice period. It is traditionally a feast day around winter solstice time, which has evolved to include Christmas and gift-giving celebrations.
#MagosheGiizhigad #Anishinaabe #WinterSolstice
#MagosheGiizhigad #Anishinaabe #WinterSolstice
Biboon, the Anishinaabe word for winter, begins with the winter solstice on December 21. Across many First Nations, the winter solstice is understood as a time for rest, reflection, and storytelling.
#Biboon #WinterSolstice
#Biboon #WinterSolstice
December 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Biboon, the Anishinaabe word for winter, begins with the winter solstice on December 21. Across many First Nations, the winter solstice is understood as a time for rest, reflection, and storytelling.
#Biboon #WinterSolstice
#Biboon #WinterSolstice
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026.
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://ow.ly/FUhj50XMOkB
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://ow.ly/FUhj50XMOkB
December 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Help us keep the momentum going. Donate to the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund and support even more impact in 2026.
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://ow.ly/FUhj50XMOkB
Charitable tax receipts are available for all 2025 donations made before December 31.
https://ow.ly/FUhj50XMOkB
📚✨ Calling all Educators! ✨📚
Join our incredible community of Legacy Schools Educators and access FREE resources for your classroom 🙌
Sign up today at legacyschools.ca
Links in bio or visit downiewenjack.ca
#LegacySchools #DWF #DownieWenjack #Educators
Join our incredible community of Legacy Schools Educators and access FREE resources for your classroom 🙌
Sign up today at legacyschools.ca
Links in bio or visit downiewenjack.ca
#LegacySchools #DWF #DownieWenjack #Educators
December 19, 2025 at 5:21 PM
📚✨ Calling all Educators! ✨📚
Join our incredible community of Legacy Schools Educators and access FREE resources for your classroom 🙌
Sign up today at legacyschools.ca
Links in bio or visit downiewenjack.ca
#LegacySchools #DWF #DownieWenjack #Educators
Join our incredible community of Legacy Schools Educators and access FREE resources for your classroom 🙌
Sign up today at legacyschools.ca
Links in bio or visit downiewenjack.ca
#LegacySchools #DWF #DownieWenjack #Educators
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, Wiiwkwedong Arts Collective hosted the inaugural Night Sky Theatre Festival at Kettle and Stony Point First Nation to celebrate contemporary Indigenous culture through song, dance, and an outdoor film experience.
December 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
With the support of the Reconciliation Action Grant, Wiiwkwedong Arts Collective hosted the inaugural Night Sky Theatre Festival at Kettle and Stony Point First Nation to celebrate contemporary Indigenous culture through song, dance, and an outdoor film experience.
📣 Educators! Welcome Biboon Mino Waabanoowiwin, or #WinterSolstice with our lesson plan:
https://ow.ly/uo3s50XJPf7
This #lessonplan was built in collaboration with Tim McGregor and Jodie Williams, with permissions from Waubgeshig Rice and Isaac Murdoch. Miigwetch for sharing your knowledge with us!
https://ow.ly/uo3s50XJPf7
This #lessonplan was built in collaboration with Tim McGregor and Jodie Williams, with permissions from Waubgeshig Rice and Isaac Murdoch. Miigwetch for sharing your knowledge with us!
December 15, 2025 at 6:28 PM
📣 Educators! Welcome Biboon Mino Waabanoowiwin, or #WinterSolstice with our lesson plan:
https://ow.ly/uo3s50XJPf7
This #lessonplan was built in collaboration with Tim McGregor and Jodie Williams, with permissions from Waubgeshig Rice and Isaac Murdoch. Miigwetch for sharing your knowledge with us!
https://ow.ly/uo3s50XJPf7
This #lessonplan was built in collaboration with Tim McGregor and Jodie Williams, with permissions from Waubgeshig Rice and Isaac Murdoch. Miigwetch for sharing your knowledge with us!
Residential school denialism is a growing problem for truth and reconciliation.
Learn about the ways people deny the impact of residential schools and how you can combat denialism in your schools and communities in the full blog post at:
215Pledge.ca/denialism
#TruthAndReconciliation #215
Learn about the ways people deny the impact of residential schools and how you can combat denialism in your schools and communities in the full blog post at:
215Pledge.ca/denialism
#TruthAndReconciliation #215
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Residential school denialism is a growing problem for truth and reconciliation.
Learn about the ways people deny the impact of residential schools and how you can combat denialism in your schools and communities in the full blog post at:
215Pledge.ca/denialism
#TruthAndReconciliation #215
Learn about the ways people deny the impact of residential schools and how you can combat denialism in your schools and communities in the full blog post at:
215Pledge.ca/denialism
#TruthAndReconciliation #215
ReconciliACTION Highlight from Central Peel Secondary School in Brampton, ON:
"For Secret Path week- the students were introduced to the songs from the Secret Path and learned about the history of Gord and Chanie by the "Legacy Keepers". The Legacy Keepers also designed the display case."
"For Secret Path week- the students were introduced to the songs from the Secret Path and learned about the history of Gord and Chanie by the "Legacy Keepers". The Legacy Keepers also designed the display case."
December 10, 2025 at 3:43 PM
ReconciliACTION Highlight from Central Peel Secondary School in Brampton, ON:
"For Secret Path week- the students were introduced to the songs from the Secret Path and learned about the history of Gord and Chanie by the "Legacy Keepers". The Legacy Keepers also designed the display case."
"For Secret Path week- the students were introduced to the songs from the Secret Path and learned about the history of Gord and Chanie by the "Legacy Keepers". The Legacy Keepers also designed the display case."