Honouring the children who survived Indian Residential Schools. Remembering those who didn't. #EveryChildMatters
tânisi. edlanet'e! tânishi. boozhoo. kitatamiskâtinâwâw kahkiyaw.
Greetings and welcome to our website!
WHO WE ARE
The Lakeland Society for Truth and Reconciliation is an Indigenous-led nonprofit society. Our membership is open to first generation survivors, intergenerational survivors, their families, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and non-Indigenous allies from the Lakeland area.
OUR GOALS
Rooted in the TRC's applicable Calls to Action, our goals are:
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To educate and bring awareness of the lasting impacts of the Indian Residential School system,
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To build relationships based on respect and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals and communities, and
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To foster reconciliation and healing in the Lakeland area.
Honouring the children who survived Indian Residential Schools. Remembering those who didn't. #EveryChildMatters
Serving as a community-driven vehicle for reconciliation in action.
​​tânisi! edlanet'e! taanishi! boozhoo! Greetings!
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In partnership with the The Bonnyville Friendship Centre , Town of Bonnyville , and Kehewin Cree Nation , we invite you all to attend the Sacred Blessing of the Grounds of our future Community Healing Garden, followed by a celebration for the National Indigenous Peoples Day 2026. Activities are FREE to attend and OPEN to the public.
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Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 9AM-5PM
49 Avenue and 54-55 Street, Bonnyville AB
Blessing of the Grounds Itinerary - Raising of the Tipi and Lighting of the Sacred Fire, Pipe Ceremony, Words from our Dignitaries and Elders/Knowledge Keepers, Grand Entry Procession, Followed by the Blessing of the Grounds, Honouring of the Sacred Fire and Talking Circle.
11:30-12:30 - FREE BBQ Lunch (Hotdogs, Hamburgers and Refreshments)
FREE Ice Cream (while quantities last)
National Indigenous Peoples Day 2026 Itinerary - Kehewin Native Dance Theatre performances (Dancing the Red Path, Trickster Trilogy). Animal Mask Workshop, Crafting Table, Tiny Top Theatre Explorations, Train Rides, Indigenous Vendors.
Thank you to all of our dedicated sponsors and supporters.
​We look forward to seeing you there!!
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hiy hiy! mahsi! maarsi! miigwetch! nanâskomowin. Blessings!
Get in Touch
Mailing Address:
4530 41A Street
Bonnyville AB, T9N 1K2
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