Algoma Community Foundation

Looking for some stay at home, socially distanced entertainment tonight? Why not check out the premiere of the film, "Zaagidiwin" being featured tonight at 7 pm EST as part of the Luminato Festival. Writer and director, Denise Bolduc, a community member of Batchewana First Nation, says this of the film: "Zaagidiwin is a multi-disciplinary film supported by an army of talent and featuring many brilliant, generous, beautiful artists. Zaagidiwin asks us to consider the way in which we love one another and, how we love and care for the land we live on and share. It is a reflection of and a response to the social, economic, racial and environmental injustices. It is a call for change, and is a journey of discovery, hope, honouring and healing led by Zaagidiwin’s Nanabozo a half human, half crow trickster like character."

When we talk about reconciling with the traumas of a colonial history in Algoma and the implications in the present on the health of our communities and the earth, we are going to need "new patterns of learning together". These words were spoken by Bayo Akomolafe in conversation with other Indigenous leaders and Dr Gabor Mate, on the topic of Climate Crisis, Fragmentation and Collective Trauma. You can view this "Trauma Talk" and more by visiting the WOT website. The Wisdom of Trauma film is being screened FREE up until October 14th. https://wisdomoftrauma.com/hub/?affiliate=gabormate

Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit in partnership with the University of Detroit Mercy offers an annual conference that provides a platform for community members to learn, network and highlight innovative approaches to environmental, economic and social challenges. One Earth Community is the Conference theme. their focus is on promoting a sustainable, racially equitable, inclusive community that fosters life-giving relationships, nurtures connections, and celebrates solutions f...or restoring and healing Earth. for more information: https://udmercy.edu/academics/special/bioneers/ to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-lakes-bioneers-detroit-c Please Note: there are multiple ticket options, be sure to opt-in for the virtual tickets due to covid19 travel restrictions.

RBC RBC expands and relaunches scholarship program to support Indigenous, Black and all future-focused youth RBC announced three reimagined scholarship programs each designed to serve the unique needs of young Canadians navigating the ever-changing world of work.... Informed by the insights and lived experiences of academic, business, and non-profit leaders from the communities these scholarships will serve, the programs will award over 500 scholarships (and accompanying supports and services) to future-focused youth each year. The scholarships opened include: RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Black Youth RBC Future Launch Scholarship Eligible youth can apply or be nominated by community partners for these scholarships starting now. To learn more or view full eligibility requirements visit: https://www.rbc.com//enter/futurelaunch/scholarships.html

Orange Shirt Day This day was founded based on the story of Phyllis Webstad, a Northern Secwpemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem'c Xgat'tem First Nation. She attended her first day of residential school in 1973, at just 6 years old , wearing a new orange shirt. ... Which was taken from her. "The colour orange has always reminded me of that and how my feelings didn't matter, how no one cared and how I felt like I was worth nothing," she wrote. "All of us little children were crying and no one cared." Phyllis Webstad said. the orange shirt is now used as a symbol of remembrance, recognition of stripped culture, and to honour those lost and those who have survived the residential school system. Today is a day for everyone to reflect, rest, educate and honour those lost to the residential school system, and support those who have survived. We want to say thank you, to all the individuals who are using their voices today. If you are attending any inaugural National Truth and Reconciliation Day events, Make space, be present and reflect on the truths being shared with you. There is many feelings and emotions that surround topics such as these, We encourage you to rest as needed. However you plan to honour today, We say thank you. #everychildmattersindigenouseducationorangedayshirt #everychildmatters #truthandreconciliation

One Day’s Pay (ODP) was created by Canadians who want to honour the day for Truth and Reconciliation with action and accountability. It is a fundraiser to donate one day’s pay -- or an amount of choice -- directly to an Indigenous-led project, movement, organization, or nation. One Day’s Pay is also an invitation for settlers on this land to reflect and dig deeper into shared history and individual responsibilities. to find out more information or to donate now: https://www.onedayspay.ca/

September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. This is a painful truth, and part of our Canadian history. ... The impact of residential schools can be felt today, and will be felt through future generations of Indigenous peoples. Not only is September 30th the newly appointed Truth and Reconciliation Day, But also long standing Orange Shirt Day This day was founded based on the story of Phyllis Webstad, a Northern Secwpemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem'c Xgat'tem First Nation. She attended her first day of school, wearing a new orange dress ( or shirt ) Which was taken from her, the orange shirt is now used as a symbol of remembrance, recognition of stripped culture, and to honour those lost and those who have survived the residential school system. We encourage that we show our ally ship and support by wearing orange on September 30th. Take this time to reflect , honour and support. If you are purchasing custom created apparel to honour this movement, We encourage you to support small, indigenous owned businesses. If you are able to donate to support survivors or the communities you can do so here: https://www.irsss.ca https://www.orangeshirtday.org/orange-shirt-society.html If you or anyone close to you, needs support : 24/7 hotline - 1-866-925-4419 #truthandreconciliation #rememberme #everychildmatters #OrangeShirtDay The creation of this federal statutory was through legislative amendments made by Parliament. On June 3, 2021, Bill C-5, An Act to amend the Bills of Exchange Act, the Interpretation Act and the Canada Labour Code (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation) received Royal Assent.