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The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund is part of Gord Downie’s legacy and commitment to reconciliation. #ReconciliACTION #DoSomething #SecretPathWeek

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@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 11, 2026, 8:00 AM

Learn more about International Day of the Girl Child: https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/womens-history-month/international-day-girl-child.html

#InternationalDayOfTheGirlChild #DayoftheGirl #GenerationEquality #Reconciliation #DownieWenjackFund

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 9, 2026, 8:00 AM

Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter William Prince, from Peguis First Nation in Manitoba, is known for his rich baritone voice and honest, heartfelt songwriting. Don't miss him live as we mark 10 years of Secret Path.

Tickets: https://ow.ly/JKjc50ZVXOL

#SecretPath10 #DWF #WilliamPrince

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 2:35 PM

18-year-old Gavin McKenna, a citizen of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation in the Yukon has scored his first professional NHL goal! www.aptnnews.ca/videos/trond...

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 7, 2026, 8:00 AM

According to the Assembly of First Nations, as of June 2026, a record 165 women are were serving their communities as chiefs throughout Canada. This Women’s History Month, read their stories through CBC Indigenous: https://www.cbc.ca/lite/story/9.7117868

#IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousWomen

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 8:00 AM

This World Teachers’ Day, we thank educators who make space for Indigenous voices, encourage thoughtful questions, and help students turn learning into meaningful ReconciliACTION.

Sign up for the Legacy Schools program at legacyschools.ca

#WorldTeachersDay #LegacySchools #ReconciliACTION

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 4, 2026, 8:00 AM

Today, we honour missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and stand with the families and communities seeking answers and justice.

Our commitment to safety and justice must continue beyond October 4.

#MMIWG2S #NoMoreStolenSisters #ReconciliACTION #REDressProject

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 2, 2026, 5:02 PM

Chi-miigwetch to the 400+ participating radio stations, guest speakers, host William Prince, and Orbyt Media for making A DAY TO LISTEN a success for the 6th year in a row!

Listen anytime on iHeartRadio Podcasts: https://ow.ly/2S4g50ZU20m

#ADAYTOLISTEN #NDTR #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialOct 1, 2026, 8:00 AM

October 1 is Treaty Day in Nova Scotia. In 1986, Mi’kmaq Grand Chief Donald Marshall Sr. called on Mi’kmaw people to observe the date each year in recognition of the treaty relationship between the Mi’kmaq and the Crown.

#TreatyDay #MiKmaq #ReconciliACTION #DoSomething #PeaceAndFriendshipTreaties

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 2:01 PM

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and A DAY TO LISTEN 2026.

From 6AM–6PM local time, join William Prince and very special guests for a full day of programming.

Full podcast conversations are available now at adaytolisten.ca

#ADAYTOLISTEN #NDTR

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 8:00 AM

#DoSomething on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:

•Read the 94 Calls to Action
•Turn on your radio on September 30 and tune in to A DAY TO LISTEN, or browse past episodes at adaytolisten.ca
•Watch DWF LIVE to hear Chief Dr. Robert Joseph’s interview for #ADAYTOLISTEN

#OrangeShirtDay

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

Tune in and hear more from Aaju and other Indigenous speakers throughout A DAY TO LISTEN tomorrow.

Learn more at adaytolisten.ca

DWF is proud to partner with major media outlets and radio stations throughout Canada to amplify Indigenous voices on A DAY TO LISTEN.

#ADayToListen #NDTR

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 29, 2026, 6:35 PM

For A Day to Listen, journalist Connie Walker reflects on how hard Residential School Survivors fought to have their stories heard, and what could be lost if records of their testimony are destroyed. Turn on the radio to hear Connie & other speakers throughout #ADayToListen tomorrow adaytolisten.ca

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 29, 2026, 8:01 AM

Wear your orange shirt on September 30

Purchase an orange shirt from Joe Fresh. This year’s design was created by Blake Angeconeb. Proceeds support DWF. https://www.joefresh.com/ca/collections/c/orange-shirt-shop

#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 28, 2026, 8:00 PM

On September 30, Yellowhead Institute will host The Right to Truth: Protecting Indian Residential School Records, a free, in-person conversation.

📅 September 30, 2026
⏰ 3–5 p.m.
📍 Evergreen Brick Works, Toronto

Connie Walker
#ResidentialSchools #SurvivorRecords #TruthAndReconciliation

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 24, 2026, 8:00 AM

On September 30, the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, radio stations throughout Canada will come together to amplify Indigenous voices.

Learn more at adaytolisten.ca.

#ADAYTOLISTEN #NDTR

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 23, 2026, 8:00 AM

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation DWF is offering a week of learning and reflection, including webinars and resources to support your ongoing reconciliation journey.

Learn more at: truthandreconciliationweek.ca
#TruthAndReconciliation #SecretPath #EveryChildMatters

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 22, 2026, 2:01 PM

Treaty 7 was signed in 1877 between the Crown and the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Tsuut’ina, and Stoney Nakoda Nations. Treaty 7 Day reminds us that colonialism is ongoing and we have a responsibility to uphold treaty rights. #Treaty7
thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/treaty-7
www.whose.land/en/

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 22, 2026, 8:00 AM

Dagwaagi means autumn in Anishinaabemowin and marks a time of seasonal transition. The beginning of autumn offers an opportunity to notice the changes taking place around us and reflect on our own relationships and responsibilities to the land. 🍂
#Dagwaagi #Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousKnowledge

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 21, 2026, 4:01 PM

Join over 10,000 educators already signed up for the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund's Legacy Schools program! Sign up today to receive a FREE Legacy Schools Toolkit and to access hundreds of resources to support your classroom's reconciliation journey.
LegacySchools.ca
#Reconciliation #Education

@downiewenjack.bsky.socialSep 19, 2026, 8:00 AM

Powley Day commemorates the landmark 2003 Supreme Court of Canada decision in R. v. Powley, which affirmed that Métis harvesting rights are protected under Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
Learn more about Powley Day: www.metisnation.org/news/september-19-powley-day/
#PowleyDay #Métis

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