Orange Shirt Day
Why was the colour orange chosen for Orange Shirt Day?
It was chosen because it was the colour of Phyliss Webstad’s shirt that she wore on the first day at residential school.
Who was the Prime Minister while the Indian Act was being created?
John A McDonald
What did the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) hope to achieve?
The TRC's mandate emphasized preserving and exposing the true history of residential schools.
Who was “The Secret Path” written about?
Chanie Wenjack
What is the connection between Orange Shirt Day and residential schools?
Phylliss Webstad wore an orange shirt on her first day of residential school, she was so proud of it. But it was taken from her that day and she never got it back.
How many residential schools were located in the area we now call Canada?
140
How many of the 94 Calls to Action from the TRC have been completed by the Canadian Government?
12
What campaign did Tanchay Redvers and their brother create?
We Matter
Who was the woman whose story about her experience with residential schools inspired Orange Shirt Day?
Phyllis Webstad
How are people still impacted by residential schools today?
Residential Schools have caused long lasting intergenerational effects for the individuals and families due to the trauma inflicted on the children who attended.
What years did the TRC run for?
2008 – 2015
What is the group called of young indigenous students who make short films?
Our World
What is the significance of Orange Shirt Day?
Orange shirt day is a day to bring awareness to the tragic legacy of residential schools. It is a day to honour the survivors, the children who never made it home, and the families affected.
When did the last residential school close in Canada?
1996
What were the recommendations presented to the government by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission called?
94 Calls to Action
Where can you go see “Sacred Defenders of the Universe”?
Telus Spark Centre
Why was September chosen for Orange shirt day?
September was chosen as it is the month that children were taken to the schools.
How many Indigenous children attended residential schools?
150,000 children
When were the 94 Calls to Action released?
2015
What is happening in Cochrane on September 30th for TRC?
Every Child Matters Walk & Powwow