Community gathering honours National Day of Truth and Reconciliation 2026 in Toronto

Toronto Indigenous non-profit Na-Me-Res will mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026 with its fifth annual Day of Remembrance today.

The gathering will bring the community together to learn more about the history and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in Canada, and remember residential school survivors and the children who were victims of these institutions.

The annual event advocates for Indigenous communities through cultural programming and open conversation.

Day of Remembrance will feature a sacred fire and traditional drumming in honour of Indigenous culture, as well as host speeches from Indigenous community members whose lives have been affected by the residential school system.

"It is so important that we continue telling the truth about Indigenous history, to share our stories and keep the challenges our communities still face today at the forefront of the conversation," Steve Teekens, executive director, Na-Me-Res, said in a press release.

He went on to describe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as "an opportunity for people to stand with their Indigenous neighbours, to build the connections and bridges that will help lead to real equality for Canada's Indigenous peoples." 

Day of Remembrance is a free event that will take place on Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hillcrest Park, located at 950 Davenport Rd.