Canadians mark fifth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Jargon, Translated

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

A day designated by Canada to honor Indigenous peoples' experiences with residential schools and to promote reconciliation.

Residential schools

Institutions established by the Canadian government and run by churches, where Indigenous children were forced to attend for over a century, leading to abuse and cultural suppression.

Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC)

A Canadian commission established to document the history and impacts of residential schools and to recommend ways to repair harm.

Cultural genocide

The systematic destruction of a group's culture through actions like forced assimilation, suppression of language, and destruction of heritage.

Call to Action #92

A specific recommendation from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission that calls for businesses to adopt the principles of reconciliation, including consultation and consent with Indigenous peoples.

Free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC)

A principle recognizing the right of Indigenous peoples to give or withhold consent to projects affecting their lands and resources, after being fully informed.