National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time for transparent education and to think deeply about reconciliation. It is an opportunity for Canadians to recognize and reflect on the lasting impact of our country’s colonial history. This date is also Orange Shirt Day, a time to reflect on the injustices of the residential school experience, as well as honour those who didn’t make it home, the survivors and their families.
SAIT recognizes this federal stat annually with an institutional closure. Refer to the Important Dates page to determine when it will be recognized.
Learning resources
We’ve created a list of online learning and support resources for those seeking more resources.
For adults
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to ActionFor youth
Books for kids and young adultsTeaching and education resources
First Nations Child and Caring SocietyFinding support
Organization | Contact |
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Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society | 24-hour crisis line 403.531.1972 or 403.531.1976 |
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) | 403.297.1700 |
CCASA – Calgary Communities Against Sexual Assault | 403.237.6905 info@calgarycasa.com |
Natoysopoyiis (SAIT Student Lodge) | 403.210.4028 natoysopoyiis@sait.ca |
Distress Centre | 403.266.HELP (4357) |
Elbow River Healing Lodge | 403.955.6600 |
Hope for Wellness Help Line and Chat | 1.855.242.3310 |
National Indian Residential School Resolution Help Support Program | 1.866.925.4419 |
Writing Symbols Lodge Wellness and Cultural Support | |
Addiction helpline | Available 24/7 1.866.332.2322 |
Urgent care for mental health | Sheldon Chumir: 1213 4 Street SW South Calgary Health Centre: 31 Sunpark Plaza SE 403.943.9300 |
Kids Help Phone | Text CONNECT to 686868 1.800.668.6868 |
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Support Line | 1.844.413.6649 |
Natoysopoyiis Resource Centre
To learn more and connect with the Indigenous community at SAIT, visit the Natoysopoyiis Resource Centre.
NatoysopoyiisOur Organization
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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.