Truth & Reconciliation Mural Unveiling
Schedule
Mon Sep 30 2024 at 03:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
1-2827 Belmont Ave., Victoria, BC, Canada, British Columbia V8R4B2 | Victoria, BC
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Truth & Reconciliation Mural Unveiling CeremonyWhen: Monday September 30, 3-5pm
Where: Oaklands Community Centre
Join us for an afternoon of reflection and as we celebrate the artwork of Coast Salish artist, Andrea Fritz, whose new community mural will be installed outside of Oaklands Community Centre.
The mural reveal will be both a celebration of Indigenous artistry and a reflection of Indigenous histories, presents and futures.
The mural is one small action towards supporting the National Truth and Reconciliation Commissions 94 calls to action: addressing action point 79 -- "We call upon the federal government, in collaboration with Survivors, Aboriginal organizations, and the arts community, to develop a reconciliation framework for Canadian heritage and commemoration. iii. Developing and implementing a national heritage plan and strategy for commemorating residential school sites, the history and legacy of residential schools, and the contributions of Aboriginal peoples to Canada’s history."
This project is made possible by funding through the My Great Neighborhood Grant and community donations. If you're interested in supporting this project, please donate today, and indicate on your donation that the fund is for "TRC Mural Project".
Donate here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/10729
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1-2827 Belmont Ave., Victoria, BC, Canada, British Columbia V8R4B2Event Location & Nearby Stays:
