Honouring all the Indigenous children, the survivors of the residential schools, their families, and communities

As Central City Foundation observes this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we know it is important to speak out and acknowledge our history of colonialism in Canada and thoughtfully reflect upon the atrocities of the residential school system, honour the survivors and remember the thousands of children who never made it home.

In keeping with Central City Foundation’s commitment to Truth, Justice & Reconciliation, we are very grateful for the opportunity to support our Indigenous-led community partners. Learn more about the critical work they are doing by clicking the links below.

Aboriginal Mother Centre
BC Aboriginal Child Care Society
BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres
Lu’ma Native Housing Society
Native Education College
Pacific Association of First Nations Women
Urban Native Youth Association
Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society
Vancouver Native Housing Society

Read (or read again) the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the final report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

For our philanthropic partners – The Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada.

For Indigenous community members, if you are in need support or assistance please reach out to any of the following resources:

Indian Residential School Survivors Society: 1-800-721-0066
IRS 24hr Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419

Tsow-Tun Le Lum Crisis Line: 1-888-403-3123
Métis Crisis Line: 1-833-638-4722 (METIS-BC)

KUU-US (24hr Indigenous BC-Wide Crisis Line):
Adults/Elders: 250-723-4050
Children/Youth: 250-723-2040
Toll free: 1-800-588-8717

Battered Women’s Support Services
Support for Indigenous women
604-687-1867 or 1-855-1868 or text 604-652-1867