This holiday season, take #reconciliACTION by purchasing gifts from DWF’s #HolidayGiftGuide. This guide features Indigenous-owned businesses, with options for all budgets and preferences. There is something meaningful for every person on your list! Shop now: downiewenjack.ca/holiday

Practice and learn a few Anishinaabemowin phrases from "Gchitwaawendaagod Kiing, The Land is Sacred", read by author Bomgiizhik Isaac Murdoch. Let's keep Indigenous languages alive! 📢 💬 #Anishinaabemowin #IndigenousLanguages #DoSomething

This holiday season, take #reconciliACTION by giving gifts that make a difference. DWF’s third annual Holiday Gift Guide features a curated selection of meaningful items, including products from Indigenous-owned businesses! Shop now: downiewenjack.ca/holiday#reconciliACTION #DownieWenjackFund #HolidayGiftGuide

Learn more about the Robinson-Huron #Treaty, which involves the land east of Georgian Bay and the northern shores of Lake Huron. Whose.Land and Native-Land.ca are excellent resources for learning about local treaties and for helping you craft an authentic land acknowledgment or welcome.

Want to learn more about the treaties where you live or visit?    Websites such as Whose.Land and Native-Land.ca are excellent resources for learning about local treaties and for helping you craft an authentic land acknowledgment or welcome.    #TreatiesRecognitionWeek #Treaties #ReconciliACTION 

November 2 – 8 is #TreatiesRecognitionWeek in Ontario. Want to learn more about the treaties where you live or visit? Websites such as Whose.Land and Native-Land.ca#TreatiesRecognitionWeekare excellent resources for learning about local treaties and for helping you craft an authentic land acknowledgment or welcome.

Send us your reconciliACTIONs and WIN! 📸 Share your photos, videos, lessons, presentations & displays that celebrate Indigenous cultures and demonstrate how you're moving reconciliation forward. legacyschools.ca DownieWenjackFund #DoSomething #ReconciliACTION #EducationalResources #Contest

On October 22, 1966, Chanie Wenjack, a 12-year-old Anishinaabe boy, died after escaping the Cecilia Jeffrey Residential School in Kenora, Ontario. He tried to walk over 600 kilometres to his home community in Ogoki Post. Learn more about Chanie’s Story by watching The Secret Path secretpathweek.ca

Today, on the anniversary of his passing, we honour Gord Downie – fearless artist, poetic visionary, and bridge-builder – who used his voice to not only shape the landscape of Canadian music, but to call on all of us to “Do Something” to move reconciliation forward. secretpathweek.ca

Today, on the anniversary of his passing, we honour Gord Downie – fearless artist, poetic visionary, and bridge-builder – who used his voice to not only shape the landscape of Canadian music, but to call on all of us to “Do Something” to move reconciliation forward. secretpathweek.ca

Legacy Schools! Ready to #WalkForWenjack? Enter the Walk for Wenjack Contest for a chance to win $1,500 + a W4W toolkit (pins, poster, lesson plan & more). Enter Oct 17 – Nov 7, 2025 Open to all registered Legacy Schools educators. Submit your idea + budget today: https://ow.ly/20Qg50XcMOF

We're proud to announce that Canadian Tire is expanding its partnership with Downie Wenjack to support Oshki Wupoowane | The Blanket Fund. Since 2022, 100% of Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket proceeds have gone to Indigenous communities. #CanadianTire #DownieWenjackFund

October marks #WomensHistoryMonth in Canada, an annual celebration of the outstanding achievements of women, girls, and all those who identify as women throughout the history of this country. Watch DWF LIVE: MMIWG2S+ with Natasha Fisher https://youtu.be/c3TyjCHJ-14?si=oX6wxms1Goz5CN6a

Today, on #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild, we recognize the rights, voices, and leadership of girls around the world—and acknowledge the barriers that continue to affect Indigenous girls in Canada, including the lasting impacts of colonialism and systemic inequities. #DayoftheGirl

Sarah Loretta Schuster (Zhaawashkwaa-Giizhigong-Biish-Kwe) is an #Anishinaabe community organizer, hand drummer, #traditionalcraftartist, and #medicinegardener with maternal ties to Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation in Northwestern Ontario. secretpathweek.ca#Anishinaabe#traditionalcraftartist#medicinegardener#IndigenousKnowledge #4SacredMedicines

Share your reconciliACTIONs with us! Use #DoSomething, tag us on social media (@downiewenjack), or visit: downiewenjack.ca/our-work/reconciliactions#DoSomething #ReconciliACTION #Reconciliation #TruthAndReconciliation #WalkForWenjack

Secret Path Week is a national movement commemorating the legacies of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack. October 17th and 22nd respectively mark the dates that Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack joined the spirit world. Secretpathweek.ca #GordDownie #ChanieWenjack #DownieWenjackFund #SecretPathWeek

Content Warning: This post contains information about colonial violence, forced contraception, reproductive trauma, child removal, systemic discrimination, sexual and physical abuse, and suicide. #Greenland #InuitWomen #ReproductiveJustice #IndigenousRights #ForcedContraception #Denmark

A look at some of the events across Canada marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Hear more on APTN News Brief:

October 1 marks the anniversary of the 1752 Treaty of Friendship and Peace between the Mi’kmaq Nation and the British Crown. The purpose of Treaty Day is to promote public awareness about Mi’kmaw culture and heritage for all Nova Scotians. #TreatyDay #NovaScotia #MikmaqNation

Join us today for the fifth annual A DAY TO LISTEN. To commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, DWF is proud to partner once again with major media outlets and radio stations throughout Canada on A DAY TO LISTEN 2025. adaytolisten.ca #ADayToListen #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay

On September 30, we wear orange to remember Phyllis’ story and the 150,000 Indigenous children like her who were taken from their families, communities, and cultures. adaytolisten.ca #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation

Today, September 30th, we honour the Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home, and stand with their families and communities. #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay

#Dagwaagi, or #Dagwaagin, the #Anishinaabemowin word for #autumn or “It is fall,” begins this year on Sept 22. In many Indigenous traditions, autumn is a time of balance, gratitude, and preparation, when the harvest is gathered, and medicines are collected. #AutumnEquinox #Gratitude #SeasonalCycles

DWF's Virtual Legacy Space is a free online tool for learning about the residential school system and reconciliation. Visit the DWF Virtual Legacy Space: virtuallegacyspace.ca #DownieWenjackFund #VirtualLegacySpace #residentialschools #ReconciliACTION #DoSomething

Legacy Schools Educators who are receiving booster kits, "Gchitwaawendaagod Kiing, The Land is Sacred" by Bomgiizhik Isaac Murdoch is on its way! legacyschools.ca #LegacySchools #IndigenousEducation #DWF #DownieWenjack #Educators #GordDownie #ChanieWenjack #Ojibwe

Take action and send a letter before a decision is made! #FreeGrassy #GrassyNarrows

Kinross Gold wants to dump inadequately treated industrial wastewater upstream of Grassy Narrows. Speak out before Ontario makes its decision. Take action with 1 click: leadnow.ca/campaigns/re... #FreeGrassy #GrassyNarrows

The Manitoba government says it will begin searching the Brady Road Landfill for Ashlee Shingoose and Tanya Nepinak. Nepinak’s aunt, Sue Caribou, has been advocating tirelessly for MMIWG2S since her disappearance. We spoke to Sue Caribou today.

Seven unmarked graves have been found on Mission Island, five belonging to children who attended the former St. Joseph’s Residential School a reminder of the lasting impacts of residential schools, and the strength of communities seeking truth, dignity & justice for children who never made it home.

**Content Warning** Archival research and ground scans on Penelakut Island have revealed 50 more deaths linked to Kuper Island Residential School, raising the known total to 171, with an additional 51 children whose final status could not be found in the archives. #DoSomething

#ReconciliACTION can happen any time of year. Organize a walk with your school, friends, family, and community using the resources at WALKFORWENJACK.CA #WalkforWenjack #DoSomething #DownieWenjackFund #GordDownie #ChanieWenjack

🚨 What are Bills 5 & C-5? And why are Indigenous communities speaking out? Bill 5 (ON) & Bill C-5 (Federal) are fast-tracking development while bypassing Indigenous consent and environmental protections – with less oversight comes more risk to ecosystems, wildlife, and culture. #IndigenousRights

Jeronimo Kataquapit and his family have been travelling by canoe from their community of Attawapiskat First Nation to Neskantaga First Nation – a 400 kilometre stretch. They are doing this in response to the federal government's controversial Bill C-5.

#NunavutDay marks the creation of Canada's newest and only Inuit-governed territory - a moment of affirmation for Inuit self-determination and governance. Created in 1999, it celebrates Inuit culture, language, and the enduring connection between Inuit and their homelands.

July 1 | Canada Day It is a time to reflect on the past and dream up the future. Video: Excerpt from “Finding the Secret Path”. To watch full documentary: youtu.be/Xcsoh8_KIDc?... #DoSomething #ReconciliACTION #CanadaDay #GordDownie #ChanieWenjack #DownieWenjackFund

As the school year comes to a close, we would like to thank all the educators and youth group leaders who took #ReconciliACTION through the Legacy Schools program. Chi miigwetch to DWF’s partners and donors who ensure this program runs all year round. downiewenjack.ca/support-us/

Happy Canadian Multiculturalism Day! Today is a day to celebrate and honour the cultural diversity that enriches our lives and to reaffirm your commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. #MulticulturalismDay

Multiple #WalkforWenjack events are planned in #BruceCounty this Aug and Oct! #ReconciliACTION www.kincardinenews.com/news/local-n...

June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day. Whether you’re joining a community event, supporting Indigenous artists and businesses, or reflecting on your role in building a more just future, tell us YOUR VISION for the future of reconciliation: downiewenjack.ca/events/ihm-2...

#Niibin is the #Anishinaabemowin word for summer. The Summer Solstice is a meaningful time for many Indigenous Nations across Turtle Island. It’s a moment to honour the sun, the medicines and foods flourishing in its light, and the teachings that come with this season.

June is #PrideMonth in Canada. As we recognize both Pride and Indigenous History Month, it’s important to centre Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer voices—those whose identities exist at the intersection of Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ experiences. #Pride #2SLGBTQIA+

This year marks 10 years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC), released the TRC Summary Report on June 2, 2015. How far have we come, and what still needs to be done? 📚 Read the TRC's 94 Calls to Action: publications.gc.ca/collections/... #DoSomething

#BearWitnessDay honours the memory of Jordan River Anderson, a young Cree boy from Norway House Cree Nation in Manitoba. His story led to the creation of #JordansPrinciple Visit First Nations Child & Family Caring Society to learn more: fncaringsociety.com

May 5 is recognized as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+)—a day to remember and honour the lives, spirits, and stories of those lost to gender-based and colonial violence. #MMIWG #MMIWG2S

Tsuut’ina Day is celebrated annually on May 1 by the Tsuut’ina Nation to honour their rich culture, language, and history. Learn more about the Tsuut’ina Nation on their website: tsuutina.com

Kamamooshkaming Sagiiwehwining: Indigenous Music & Arts Festival is coming to Sankofa Square in downtown Toronto, May 30-31, 2025! Presented by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, in partnership with @cmincubator.bsky.social and @sankofasquare.bsky.social #KSFestTO #IndigenousMusicTO

There’s still time to register as a Legacy Schools Educator this school year! Sign up to receive your Legacy Schools Toolkit, at no cost, delivered right to your door - while supplies last. LegacySchools.ca #DoSomething #ReconciliACTION #LegacySchools

April 7 is #WorldHealthDay, and this year’s theme is “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures” To learn more about inequities in the healthcare industry, listen to The Healthcare Divide podcast with DWF Board Chair Dr. Alika Lafontaine @AlikaMD crrf-fcrr.ca/the-healthca... #DoSomething

March 31 | Indigenous Languages Day On Indigenous Languages Day, we honour the perseverance and diversity of Indigenous languages. #DoSomething #IndigenousLanguagesDay