National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025: Advancing Economic Reconciliation Through Indigenous Innovation (IRA1-E61)

Product code: IRA1-E61

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September 25, 2025

Virtual

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (ET)

Bilingual, with interpretation in both official languages

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Overview

Delivery method

Delivery method

Online

Duration

Duration

2 hours

Audience

Audience

All public servants at all levels

 

Description

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, observed every September 30, is dedicated to honouring the Survivors of residential schools and their families, as well as to acknowledging the lasting impact of the residential school system on Indigenous communities across Canada.

This commemorative event will examine the evolving landscape of economic reconciliation, highlighting Indigenous data sovereignty, digital inclusion and how initiatives like Employment and Social Development Canada’s IT Apprenticeship Program for Indigenous Peoples are creating meaningful employment opportunities and strengthening Indigenous participation in the digital economy.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how economic reconciliation is being advanced through Indigenous-led innovation, data governance, and inclusive workforce development.

This event is proudly presented in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and Employment and Social Development Canada.

 

Content Advisory


This event will include discussions that may address sensitive or emotionally difficult topics. If you are a Government of Canada employee, confidential support is available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


For members of the public, immediate mental health support is available through the 988 Helpline (call or text 988, available 24/7 nationwide). Indigenous participants are encouraged to access the Hope for Wellness Helpline which offers culturally safe, 24/7 counselling and support: 1-855-242-3310 

 

 

Elders

  • Verna McGregor, Algonquin Elder
  • Monica Ittusardjuat, Inuit Knowledge Keeper
  • Jackie Mason, Métis Elder

Speakers

  • Kaila Johnston, Director of Education & Public Programming
  • Sabryna Godbout, Wendat Nation
  • Namir Anani, President and Chief Executive Officer, Information and Communications Technology Council
  • Dana Tizya-Tramm, Director, Arctic Circle Strategies & Chair, First Nation School Board
  • Dominic Rochon, Chief Information Officer of Canada, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
  • Paul Thompson, Deputy Minister, Employment and Social Development Canada
  • Jonathan Dewar, Chief Executive Officer, First Nations Information Governance Centre
  • Gary Patsey, IT Technical Advisor, Employment and Social Development Canada
  • Valerie Gideon, Deputy Minister, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

Moderator

  • Kyra De La Ronde, Beyond Borders Coordinator, Manitoba Métis Federation
  • Nathalie Laviades Jodouin, Senior Vice-President, Public Sector Operations & Inclusion, Canada School of Public Service
  • Gina Wilson, Deputy Minister, Indigenous Services Canada

Artists

  • Dennis Saddleman, Coldwater Elder and Poet
  • Qattuu, Inuk throat singer
  • Asheevak, Inuk throat singer
Date modified: 2025-07-22

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