When Ronald Ignace (Secwépemc) was a young teen boy, he ran away from residential school. Later, he realized the importance of education and worked to get his high school diploma, then went on to a Master’s degree. Through his passion for his Shuswap language and love of learning, Ron would become the first Commissioner of Indigenous Languages. Hosted by Kiefer Collison.

When Ronald Ignace (Secw&eacute;pemc) was a young teen boy, he ran away from residential school. Later, he realized the importance of education and worked to get his high school diploma, then went on to a Master&rsquo;s degree. Through his passion for his Shuswap language and love of learning, Ron would become the first Commissioner of Indigenous Languages. Hosted by Kiefer Collison.

On September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Gord Downie &
Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is proud to partner once again with major media outlets and radio stations in Canada for A DAY TO LISTEN.


This year’s theme is The Path Here, The Path Ahead


It’s been a decade since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Final Report
and 94 Calls to Action, challenging all of us—Indigenous and non-Indigenous—to confront the past and work toward a better future. This A DAY TO LISTEN, we reflect on 10 years of reconciliation with special guests who will share powerful insights on what brought us to this moment and where we can go from here.

On September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Gord Downie &amp; Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) is proud to partner once again with major media outlets and radio stations&nbsp;in Canada for A DAY TO LISTEN.
 This year&rsquo;s theme is The Path Here, The Path Ahead
 It&rsquo;s been a decade since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Final Report and 94 Calls to Action, challenging all of us&mdash;Indigenous and non-Indigenous&mdash;to confront the past and&nbsp;work toward a better future. This A DAY TO LISTEN, we reflect on 10 years of reconciliation with special&nbsp;guests who will share powerful insights on what brought us to this moment and where we can go from&nbsp;here.

A Day To Listen

A Day to Listen on September 30, 2024

Breathing Life into Our Languages with Ronald Ignace

This year’s theme is Honouring Truth with Action.

Honouring truth means listening to the lived experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, acknowledging the lasting impacts of the residential school system and other colonial policies. After learning the truth, we encourage everyone in Canada to take meaningful steps toward reconciliation. This year, as DWF marks the 10th anniversary of Secret Path, we reflect on how Gord Downie honoured Chanie Wenjack’s story - his truth - and helped turn it into meaningful action by creating opportunities for learning, dialogue, and change. Through conversations with Indigenous leaders, Knowledge Keepers, educators, artists, and changemakers, this A DAY TO LISTEN, we'll explore how truth can inspire meaningful action in communities throughout Canada.

With this theme in mind, we will hear from guests on the following topics: 
•    Dr. Kisha Supernant on Indigenous archeology and the state of the search for residential school graves 
•    Chief Dr. Robert Joseph on how truth, healing and shared humanity can inspire meaningful action toward reconciliation 
•    Aaju Peter on protecting Inuit culture, language and traditional practices while advancing Inuit rights and self-determination 
•    Connie Walker on the power of storytelling, preserving Survivor testimony, and the consequences of destroying residential school records 
About the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. 
Through the Legacy Schools program, they provide tools and resources to over 10,000 educators in Canada so they can confidently teach students about not only the true history of this country, but also the richness, strength, and diversity of Indigenous cultures. 

This year&rsquo;s theme is Honouring Truth with Action.
Honouring truth means listening to the lived experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and M&eacute;tis Peoples, acknowledging the lasting impacts of the residential school system and other colonial policies. After learning the truth, we encourage everyone in Canada to take meaningful steps toward reconciliation. This year, as DWF marks the 10th anniversary of Secret Path, we reflect on how Gord Downie honoured Chanie Wenjack&rsquo;s story - his truth - and helped turn it into meaningful action by creating opportunities for learning, dialogue, and change. Through conversations with Indigenous leaders, Knowledge Keepers, educators, artists, and changemakers, this A DAY TO LISTEN, we'll explore how truth can inspire meaningful action in communities throughout Canada.
With this theme in mind, we will hear from guests on the following topics:&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Dr. Kisha Supernant on Indigenous archeology and the state of the search for residential school graves&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Chief Dr. Robert Joseph on how truth, healing and shared humanity can inspire meaningful action toward reconciliation&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Aaju Peter on protecting Inuit culture, language and traditional practices while advancing Inuit rights and self-determination&nbsp; &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Connie Walker on the power of storytelling, preserving Survivor testimony, and the consequences of destroying residential school records&nbsp; About the Gord Downie &amp; Chanie Wenjack Fund The Gord Downie &amp; Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.&nbsp; Through the Legacy Schools program, they provide tools and resources to over 10,000 educators in Canada so they can confidently teach students about not only the true history of this country, but also the richness, strength, and diversity of Indigenous cultures.&nbsp;

A Day To Listen 2026: Honouring Truth with Action.

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Clint Davis (Inuk) is the CEO of the first-ever Indigenous majority-owned investment dealer in Canada,  dedicating his career to increasing Indigenous participation in capital markets. Clint has been helping quietly build Indigenous economies for over 20 years. As an Inuk man, Clint brings his upbringing with him to everything he does. Hosted by Kiefer Collison.

Clint Davis (Inuk) is the CEO of the first-ever Indigenous majority-owned investment dealer in Canada, &nbsp;dedicating his career to increasing Indigenous participation in capital markets. Clint has been helping quietly build Indigenous economies for over 20 years. As an Inuk man, Clint brings his upbringing with him to everything he does. Hosted by Kiefer Collison.

From Goose Bay to Bay Street with Clint Davis

Niigaan Sinclair (Anishinaabe) is a cultural influencer, author, and professor. He is also the only son of the late Murray Sinclair, the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Niigaan reflects on his father’s legacy, their relationship, the state of reconciliation, and his own path ahead. Hosted by January Rogers.

Niigaan Sinclair (Anishinaabe) is a cultural influencer, author, and professor. He is also the only son of the late Murray Sinclair, the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Niigaan reflects on his father&rsquo;s legacy, their relationship, the state of reconciliation, and his own path ahead. Hosted by January Rogers.

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