BRAMPTON, ON — The City of Brampton will observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30, in accordance with Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Call to Action #80 and #57. The City also recognizes the experience and legacy of residential schools and honours all children on Orange Shirt Day.
In recognition of these two important days, the City of Brampton is hosting several events and initiatives:
Annual Brampton City Council Proclamation
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the City of Brampton proclaimed September 30, 2025, as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.
Every Child Matters Flag Raising Ceremony
To mark Orange Shirt Day, on September 29, 2025, at 10 am, the City of Brampton will host an Every Child Matters Flag Raising Ceremony at Ken Whillans Square, honouring the lives of Indigenous children in the residential school system. Members of the public are welcome to attend the ceremony.
City Hall Clock Tower Lighting
On September 30, 2025, the City’s Clock Tower will be illuminated orange and flags at all City of Brampton facilities will be lowered to half-mast to honour Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Purchase an orange shirt
Orange shirts are available for purchase for $20 at City Hall Atrium, Clark Transit Facility and Sandalwood Transit Facility until September 29. Each shirt features the Every Child Matters logo created by Onedia artist Todd Jamieson.
As a symbol of remembrance and awareness, orange shirts are worn each year on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Inspired by Phyllis Webstad’s story, they honour the children who attended residential schools.
The City of Brampton is encouraging members of the public to reflect, learn and participate in scheduled events in recognition of lives lost, the survivors and their families affected by residential schools and actions that can be taken towards reconciliation.
For more information on the City of Brampton’s Equity Office and its work toward Indigenous Reconciliation, visit City of Brampton | Equity Office.
What you can do for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
The City of Brampton encourages everyone to honour and support survivors of residential schools by:
- Listening to survivors’ stories.
- Reading the Orange Shirt story with your family.
- Watching Phyllis’s story on
YouTube.
- Donating to organizations that support residential school survivors.
Additional Resources
To learn more about Indigenous history, cultures and experiences, visit:
City of Brampton closures and Service Changes National Day of Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day
In observance, most City of Brampton offices, including City Hall, will be closed.
Essential and Critical Services
All essential and critical services, including Fire and Emergency Services, Traffic Services, Enforcement and By-law Services, Road Operations and Security Services, will continue to operate as usual.
Service Brampton
Service Brampton is available 24/7, including holidays, with only urgent service requests handled between 12 am and 7 am. Residents can contact Service Brampton for any City of Brampton and Region of Peel inquiries by using the Brampton 311 app (available on the App Store and Google Play), visiting 311brampton.ca or by dialing 3-1-1 or 905.874.2000 (outside Brampton). Non-urgent requests should be submitted through the app or online at 311brampton.ca.
Brampton Transit
Brampton Transit will operate on a regular weekday schedule on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Customer Service counters at the terminals will be open, and the Clark and Sandalwood Facilities, including Lost and Found, will be closed. The Contact Centre will be available to assist from 7 am to 9 pm at 905.874.2999. For route and schedule information, call 905.874.2999, visit bramptontransit.com or follow @bramptontransit on X for service updates.
Brampton Parks
All City trails, playgrounds and parks, including off-leash dog parks, remain open on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Visit brampton.ca/parksto explore the more than 850 parks and recreational trails in Brampton.
Brampton Recreation
All recreation facilities will maintain regular hours for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on Tuesday, September 30. There will be no impact on registered programming on this day.
Brampton Library
All Brampton Library branches will be closed on Tuesday, September 30 for the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Our staff have compiled reading lists of recommended books which can be found here.
Brampton Animal Services
The Brampton Animal Shelter will be closed on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Animal Services officers will be on the road for patrol and will continue to respond to emergency calls after hours.
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“On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Brampton stands with Indigenous communities in honouring survivors and the children who never came home. In the spirit of reconciliation, we have recently renamed local spaces, including Mashkiki Parkette and Bangan Parkette, to reflect and respect Indigenous heritage. Through our ceremonies, educational exhibits and partnerships with local Indigenous leaders, we are committed to making reconciliation more than words, it is our ongoing responsibility.”
Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
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