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Various events and activities are planned across the town, allowing residents to reflect on the history of these schools and celebrate Indigenous culture. &#8220;As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, I urge all residents to take the time to reflect on the lasting impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous peoples,\u201d said Mayor Rob Burton. \u201cThis day serves as a reminder of the trauma and oppression faced by generations and the&#8230; <\/p>\n<div class=\"pmpro\">\n<div class=\"pmpro_card pmpro_content_message\">\n<div class=\"pmpro_card_content\">This content is for Yearly Subscription, Yearly Subscription &#8211; Corporate, Print Subscription Only, and Canada Print and Online members only.<br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/theturtleislandnews.com\/wp-login.php?action=register\">Register<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pmpro_card_actions pmpro_font-medium\">Already a member? <a href=\"https:\/\/theturtleislandnews.com\/wp-login.php?redirect_to=https%3A%2F%2Ftheturtleislandnews.com%2Findex.php%2F2024%2F09%2F24%2Foakville-to-commemorate-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-with-events-and-activities%2F\">Log in here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By\u00a0 Shazia Nazir, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Oakville will join the rest of Canada on Sep 30 to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. 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