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By Nathaniel Leigh

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Grande Prairie Friendship Centre holds 4th annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation ceremony and walk/run Sept. 30

Sep 30, 2024 | 7:37 PM

The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre held its fourth annual Orange Shirt Day 5km Walk/Run on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Monday, September 30.

A large crowd gathered at Muskoseepi Park in the afternoon, dressed in orange clothing to honor those who went through the residential school system.

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The trail included signs, each a previously existing residential school, it’s province, and in some cases the confirmed number of students.

(Photo Credit: Nathaniel Leigh/EverythingGP staff)

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Earlier that same day a ceremonial event was held by the Grande Prairie Aboriginal Circle of Services at Maskwoteh Park.

You can view photos from the Walk/Run event below:

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