The Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians recognizes the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We are taking this time to reflect on the continuing impacts of the Residential School system and to honour Survivors, their families and communities, consistent with Call to Action #80 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We encourage all emergency medicine physicians to recognize this day and to consider one of the following 5 actions in the spirit of reconciliation and solidarity:
- Consider donating to national Indigenous-led charitable organization honouring Survivors and their families.
- Begin a learning journey on indigenous arts, culture and heritage here.
- Read the 94 Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
- Read Bringing Reconciliation to Healthcare in Canada: Wise Practices for Health Care Leaders.
- Find out more about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation here.
We also invite you to visit CAEP’s EDI Resource Centre and to contact jbeljo@caep.ca if you are interested in joining CAEP’s Antiracism and Anticolonialism Committee.