7 Truth and Reconciliation Day events to check out in Metro Vancouver

Canada is commemorating its fifth Truth and Reconciliation Day on Sept. 30, and many thought-provoking events are happening in Metro Vancouver to observe the federal statutory holiday.

From insightful workshops to community gatherings and more, here are seven National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events to check out this year. Don’t forget to wear your orange T-shirts.

Semiahmoo First Nation’s 5th Annual Walk for Truth & Reconciliation

Semiahmoo First Nation’s Annual Walk for Truth & Reconciliation

What: Semiahmoo First Nation welcomes the community to its Walk for Truth & Reconciliation at Semiahmoo Park.

Highlights include live performances, family-friendly activities, a complimentary lunch, several exhibitions, and an Indigenous artisan market. Orange shirts will be sold before the walk.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Semihamoo Park. The walk begins in the parking lot adjacent to Grand Chief Bernard Robert Charles Plaza at 15393 Marine Dr., White Rock
Cost: Free

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The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Noons Creek Hatchery

What: Noons Creek Hatchery in Port Moody invites the community to learn about Truth and Reconciliation on Monday, Sept. 30. This year’s guest speaker is Manuel Axel Strain, a two-spirit artist from Musqueam, Simpcw and Syilx peoples.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Noons Creek Hatchery — 336 Ioco Rd., Port Moody
Cost: Free

Truth & Reconciliation Day at MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver

What: The Museum and Archives of North Vancouver invites guests of all ages to reflect on Indigenous histories and cultures on the North Shore and across Canada, led by MONOVA’s Indigenous Cultural Programmers, Jordan Dawson & Tsawaysia Spukwus. There will be hands-on crafts and activities to help inspire dialogue for families.

Admission to MONOVA will also be pay-what-you-can on Truth and Reconciliation Day.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: MONOVA — 115 West Esplanade, North Vancouver
Admission: Pay what you can, register online

Discover incredible murals by Indigenous artists around Vancouver

The winds and the waters will always call us home by Ocean Hyland | Turtle Island by Caleb Ellison-Dysart

What: There are many Indigenous artworks to be found all over Vancouver, and each one has an important story to tell.

Some of the most thought-provoking pieces that can be seen throughout the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations are the dozens of Indigenous murals. Many of which were created for the Vancouver Mural Festival (VMF).

Where: Various mural locations across Vancouver. See the list online

Cedar Weaving with Todd DeVries

What: Trout Lake Community Centre is hosting Cedar Bark Weaving workshops with Haida artist and weaver Todd DeVries in honour of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.

Sign up to create a cedar heart, symbolizing Every Child Matters, or a cedar bracelet
representing non-violence and anti-bullying. All proceeds will go to support the Indian Residential School Survivors Society.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Cedar Heart), 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Trout Lake Community Centre – 3360 Victoria Dr., Vancouver
Cost: $35, register online

Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day

What: An Intergenerational March commemorating Orange Shirt Day is taking place at UBC to honour Residential School Survivors and their families. Attendees will also learn about the impacts of colonial policies, intergenerational trauma, and Indigenous resilience during the event hosted by the Faculties of Applied Science, Land and Food Systems and Forestry.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre – 1956 Main Mall, UBC, Vancouver, Thunderbird Commons Field
Cost: Free

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in New Westminster

City of New Westminster/newwestminster.ca

What: Indigenous non-profit Spirit of the Children Society hosts a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in New Westminster. The event will honour survivors and families and celebrate culture and identity while offering speakers, food, dance, crafts, and more to guests.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: South Field near Queen’s Park Stadium, New Westminster
Cost: Free

Empowering Voices through Art: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

What: Indigenous artists and facilitators Christine Mackenzie and Nova Weipert host a free, inclusive workshop at Place des Arts on National Truth and Reconciliation Day.

Both artists will share personal stories, reflect on their journeys, and showcase their acclaimed works. Participants will also learn about different art media and create a small art piece to take home.

Former Kwikwetlem chief Ed Hall will also open each event with welcoming remarks and a smudging ceremony.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Where: Place des Arts – 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam
Cost: Free, register online