Truth and Reconciliation ceremonies hosted at the Spirit Catcher in Barrie
Monday’s sacred ceremony will continue the healing journey through Truth and Reconciliation between sunrise and sunset.
The Sacred Fire and Sunrise ceremony hosted by the Barrie Native Friendship Centre (BNFC) will honour those impacted by residential schools. All are welcome to reflect, offer a prayer, share stories, learn and heal together as a community.
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Sacred Fire and Sunrise Ceremony
- 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Spirit Catcher on Monday between Sunrise and Sunset,
- 6:30 a.m. Sunrise Ceremony by BNFC
- 9 a.m. Tipi Raising Ceremony by BNFC
- 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mamaway’s Mobile Clinic will be onsite
- 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Read and learn together with The Orange Shirt Story Walk by the Barrie Public Library adjacent to the Spirit Catcher sculpture. Prepare for the Walk by customizing your own button to wear and an orange flag to fly high.
- 6 p.m. to 6:40 p.m. Show your support and walk with the Indigenous community by participating in the Every Child Matters Walk of Commemoration hosted by Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Primary Care Team of the Barrie Area Native Advisory Circle (BANAC). The route will loop from the Spirit Catcher sculpture to Centennial Beach.
- Information booths, sacred fire and guest speakers will be onsite all-day.
Truth and Reconciliation Vigil
- On Monday between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Barrie South Simcoe Métis Council, 64 Cedar Pointe Dr. Unit 1401 &1402
- Wear an orange shirt to raise awareness about the history and legacy of the residential school system.
- Candles will be provided as we take a moment to reflect.
- Family-friendly, with food and activities for children.
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