NDP MP Georgina Jolibois’ Bill C-369 to make the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a statutory holiday has passed in the House of Commons.
Jolibois says it’s an important step towards reconciliation and after 151 years of pain and suffering inflicted on indigenous Canadians, there will now be a time to reflect and build relationships to strengthen Canadian society.
She added that they heard from many First Nations, Métis and Inuit people that wanted this done.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is September 30th.
