OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Over the course of my career, I have seen meaningful progress being made in Canada as we continue on the path towards reconciliation.
This year marks an important turning point in our history, as it is the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Final Report. The stark truth about the residential school system and the stories bravely shared by Survivors in the report's six volumes sparked a national awakening. Since then, research into missing children and unmarked graves has deepened our understanding of the trauma Indigenous peoples continue to carry.
Many schools are embracing inclusive history. More and more initiatives across Canada are making space for Indigenous children to learn and speak their ancestral languages. Governments are working with Indigenous communities to address systemic issues and bolster self-sufficiency. Relationships are being renewed, grounded in respect and dialogue.
But much work remains. Denialism and discrimination persist. Many Indigenous communities are striving to heal from generational trauma while struggling to meet basic needs.
Today, I encourage all Canadians to renew their commitment to reconciliation. We have the tools and the knowledge.
Let's keep building a country where all peoples—Indigenous and non-Indigenous—can truly thrive and face the challenges ahead.
Mary Simon
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