09/30/2026
To recognize The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and as part of our JAIDE in Action Roadmap, Indigenization and Decolonization stream, we want to ensure our Indigenous community members know that our Y is a place where they can feel a sense of belonging.
We have invited our locations to display window decals from the National Center for Truth and Reconciliation out of the University of Manitoba whose image is from what is known as the ’Survivors Flag’.
The image was designed during six weeks of consultation, discussion and collaboration with Survivors from across Canada. Inuit, Mi’kmaq, Atikamekw, Cree, Ojibway, Dakota, Mohawk, Dene, Nuu-chah-nulth, Secwepemc, Métis Survivors brought the flag to life by sharing their thoughts, ideas and lived experience to identify the important symbolism you see. The NCTR ensured the Survivors’ wishes and ideas were conveyed to Vincent Design to complete the flag. Each element depicted on the flag was carefully selected and represents something specific.
To learn more about the Survivor's Flag, scroll through the post or visit The Survivors’ Flag - NCTR
