Truth and Reconciliation at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
Observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Western University will recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30, with events taking place throughout September and October to honour this important time of reflection and learning.
September 30 has been designated as a non-instructional day at Western. No regularly scheduled classes will be held, creating space for our campus community to participate in events and activities led by groups across Western and the broader London community.
While NDTR is marked once a year, the commitment to Truth and Reconciliation is ongoing. Every unit and individual has a role to play in advancing this work daily to create lasting and meaningful change.
Resources to support learning and reflection:
Dedicate time to learning, unlearning, and reflecting on Indigenous histories, perspectives, and lived experiences. These resources offer pathways to deepen understanding, challenge colonial narratives, and support meaningful engagement with reconciliation.
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Office of Indigenous Initiatives
Visit the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at Western for more supports and resources.
What is your ReconciliACTION?
| What is your reconciliACTION? Anonymously share an action you will take toward reconciliation this year |
Download the poster | Download the full infographic |
Truth and Reconciliation Resources
National Center for Truth and Reconciliation
- Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: About the TRC
- Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action
- Read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: 94 Calls to Action (PDF)
Western University Office of Indigenous Initiatives
- Observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- Truth and Reconciliation
- 12 Ways to Engage in Truth and Reconciliation at Western
- Indigenous Allyship at Western
- Engaging with the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Toolkit
- Biindigen 2025 – Wampum Learning Lodge
Learning Opportunities Through Western University
- Unpacking & Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism – Online Module by Western EDI
- Indigenous Learning Bundles - Preview the Indigenous Learning Bundles and Learn How to Integrate Them into Your Course Curriculum
- Indigenous Teaching and Learning Series – Free online modules through Western’s Centre for Teaching and Learning
- Centering Indigenous Voices: Guide Towards Allyship in Indigenous Research – Western Research
- Online Learning Modules: The Path & 4 Seasons of Reconciliation – access through Western Libraries and the Office of Indigenous Initiatives via OWL; provides foundational knowledge on Indigenous Peoples and Reconciliation in Canada
- The Indigenous Health Care Action Series and Fact Sheets - Health Equity Action Research Team (HEART)
General Learning Opportunities
- Indigenous Canada – Free 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada (offered via Coursera).
- San'yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Online Training Program
Guides and Reports
- Guide for Working with Indigenous Students (PDF)
- Land Acknowledgement Guide (PDF)
- More Thank Words: Guide to Land Acknowledgements (2021)
- 2024-2025 Annual Progress Report - Office of Indigenous Initiatives
- National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Reports
- Implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
- The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls - Executive Summary of the Final Report (PDF)
- In Plain Sight: Addressing Indigenous-specific Racism and Discrimination in B.C. Health Care - Full Report 2020 (PDF)
NDTR Support Resources
- We recognize that these topics can be challenging. Please know that support is available if you need it.
