This year’s theme, “The Gifts We Carry,” speaks to the strengths, stories, and wisdom that live within each of us. It reminds us to honour our identities, languages and traditions. These gifts – whether they are talents, teachings from our Elders, or the resilience carried through generations – are meant to be recognized, nurtured, and shared. 

Me’j Tekweyulkul Kina’matnewe’l wjit teli-Kpma’ltultimk speaks to “We still carry with us the lessons on how to treat one another with the greatest respect.”

This 2-hour live educational gathering is a highlight of NCTR’s Truth and Reconciliation Week programming, “Me’j Tekweyulkul Kina’matnewe’l wjit teli-Kpma’ltultimk” – We still carry with us the lessons on how to treat one another with the greatest respect – will immerse you in the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture, music, dance, and history while honouring Residential School Survivors. It is designed to open a dialogue with young people about the truth of Canada’s residential school system. 

Students will hear from residential school Survivors and take in performances by Indigenous dancers and singer-songwriters. They will also hear from Elders, change-makers, knowledge-holders and authors.