It’s a day to amplify, elevate, listen to and learn from Indigenous voices.
In partnership with the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, radio stations across the country are taking parting in “A Day to Listen”, dedicated to sharing stories from Indigenous leaders, residential school survivors, elders, musicians, and teachers throughout the day on Wednesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (local time).
“Many Canadians were shocked to learn of the remains of 215 children buried in Kamloops and now growing numbers at other residential school sites, something Indigenous communities have known – and shared – for years,” said Sarah Midanik, President & CEO, Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
“We hope that ‘A Day to Listen’, and the ongoing work that we do at the Downie-Wenjack Fund, begins a new chapter in our reconciliation journey so that no Canadian is ever shocked again by the horrors inflicted upon Indigenous Peoples.”
The mission of Downie-Wenjack Fund is to create a pathway towards reconciliation, and to improve the lives of Indigenous people by building awareness, education, and connections between all Canadians.
Our audiences are encouraged to visit Downie-Wenjack Fund to learn more about their programming, including the Legacy Schools program, which provides educators with free resources to teach about the true history of residential schools.
Acadia Broadcasting Limited is among 400 other radio stations and broadcasters in Canada taking parting in “A Day to Listen” with special programming, reflection and stories aired throughout the day.
We want to let our audiences know, these stories are tough, powerful and moving. They may contain details that some may find distressing.
If you are Indigenous and need of immediate support, the Hope for Wellness crisis line is available 24 hours a day at 1-855-242-3310 or visit online at hopeforwellness.ca.
