September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the lasting impacts residential schools continue to have on Indigenous Peoples, families and communities.

It is also a day for learning, reflection and strengthening relationships. Reconciliation belongs to everyone, and each person has a role to play in listening, learning and moving forward together with respect.

Community Gathering

On September 30, 2026, Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation will host a full day of activities intended to bring people together in remembrance, learning, culture and community.

The day will begin at 9:30 AM at the Village Green with a Survivors Walk to Tin Wis Resort, followed by community activities throughout the afternoon and evening, including food, cultural presentations and demonstrations, and more. Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation has invited the community to take part in the day and activities.

Community members are encouraged to wear orange in recognition of Survivors, their families and the children who never returned home.

ƛułst̓ał Friendship Accord Signing

The District of Tofino and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation will also mark an important milestone in their relationship by signing a ƛułst̓ał Friendship Accord at Tin Wis Resort.

The ƛułst̓ał Friendship Accord reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the relationship between the two governments and continuing to work together with respect, trust and collaboration.

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The District encourages community members to take part in the day in a way that is meaningful to them, whether by joining the walk and activities, wearing orange, learning more about the history of residential schools, or taking time for reflection.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to remember the past while continuing the work of building stronger, more respectful relationships for the future.

Further Learning Resources

Community members are encouraged to learn more about the history and legacy of residential schools, and the path toward reconciliation:

• Clayoquot Sound’s Christie Residential School
• Rough Seas Calming: Tin Wis – Past, Present, and Future
• Indian Residential School History & Dialogue Centre Collections
• National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
• Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action
• Reconciliation: A Starting Point
• Orange Shirt Society