On Friday, Sept. 29, Centre staff gathered in front of the Glenridge Ave. facility's main entrance for a moment of reflection wearing orange to honour the children who did not make it home from residential schools and the thousands of children who are survivors to this day.

In the week leading up to the gathering, employees were encouraged to learn more about Indigenous culture, peoples and issues by participating in local events, watching webinars and education videos or reading the various resources now available about the importance of the day.

Learn more about Indigenous culture, peoples and issues:

Review the interactive website, Beyond 94, highlighting the 94 Calls to Action
Watch Bones of Crows | CBC Gem 5-part drama series

Aline Spears and her siblings are plunged into a fight for survival that shapes the Spears family for generations.

Watch an interview with Phyllis Webstad | CBC Kids
View Empathic Traditions - Niagara's Indigenous Legacy
Read about how to talk to children about residential schools
Read books by Indigenous authors

Support for residential school survivors and their families:

The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.