Awareness Events on Campus

National Week of Truth and Reconciliation 2025

September 23 – October 3, 2025

A week of raising awareness about the history of residential schools and its ongoing impacts. The major date for this week is Orange Shirt Day which is on September 30, and is accompanied by a walk to raise awareness and remembrance.

Indigenous Peoples Atlas Floor Map

Monday and Tuesday, September 23 & 24 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Dewhurst Tent

Join us for an interactive activity using the Indigenous peoples atlas of Canada giant floor map. This activity will give you a better understanding of the past, present, & future of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Reconciliation 5k Run/Walk

Monday, September 29 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Path to Atto-Beaver Park

Join Bishop’s University for a 5K run or walk to Atto-Beaver Park in memory of those who never got the chance, and those who ran from Residential Schools but never made it home. Be sure to wear orange!

National Truth and Reconciliation Walk

Tuesday, September 30 – 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Starts outside of Kwigw8mna, then goes into Lennoxville, and ends at Coulter Field.

All members of the Sherbrooke community are invited to take part in the National Truth and Reconciliation Walk at Bishop’s University. This gathering is a chance to reflect, show support, and walk together for those who were not able to. Be sure to wear orange!

Screening of “Sugarcane” Documentary

Wednesday, October 1 – 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Bandeen Hall

Join us for a screening of “Sugarcane” by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers in Bandeen 127. “Sugarcane” is an award-winning investigation into the residential school system in Canada, and the ramifications still felt today.

Kwigw8mna Open-House and Documentary Screening

Friday, October 3 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Centennial Theatre

Take part in a screening of the documentary on the creation of Kwigw8mna, featuring moments from its construction and interviews sharing the story of how the vision came to life.

Annual Vigils for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirited Individuals

(October 4^th and February 14^th) 

MMIW2S+ & Rogers Raid Vigil in Odanak

Join us this October 4th for Sisters in Spirit Day which has now been deemed a National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirited individuals in Canada. We will be travelling to Odanak to join the community in commemorating MMIW2S+ and the Rogers Raid. This event is open to all. Free bus transportation leaving from Bishop’s University will be provided so bring a friend and wear red.

When: Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Odanak – Musee des Abenakis

Bus transportation: Meeting spot is at the B.U. Chapel near the Arches. The bus leaves at 5:20 p.m.

Final Report | MMIWG 

Truth & Reconciliation — PRESE

National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation

Have a Heart Day

(February 14^th) 

Have a Heart Day is a day we ask people to have a heart towards Indigenous children. To give them the same opportunities of growing up like any other kid without having to worry about their food security, home, education, etc. This day is used to raise awareness but also take individual actions by writing an action that you would want to the government to take to better the lives of Indigenous children.

Have a Heart Day | The Caring Society

Moose Hide Campaign

(Annual event)

The Moose Hide Campaign encourages men and boys to stand up against violence towards women, children, and two-spirited individuals. It’s a day to hold each other accountable and to spread positive masculinity in our community.

Moose Hide Campaign