Today, Habitat for Humanity Edmonton teams from across Edmonton and the surrounding communities came together at our offices and ReStores, wearing orange to stand in solidarity on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
This day invites us to pause and reflect.
At Habitat, we believe in the power of a home — not only as a place of shelter, but as a foundation for stability, belonging, and community. For many Indigenous Peoples, however, the meaning of home is deeply connected to the legacy of residential schools. That history carries both loss and resilience, and it is one we must not overlook.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time to listen, to remember, and to honour the stories of survivors and their families. It is about acknowledging the truths of the past so that we can commit to doing better now and in the future.
When we speak about home, we hold that word with care — knowing it carries a deeper meaning for Indigenous Peoples whose experiences have shaped their understanding of home in ways that are often painful, but also filled with remarkable strength.
As we wore orange today, we did so not as a single gesture, but as part of an ongoing journey of respect and solidarity. Reconciliation is not the work of one day; it is the work of every day.
