Broadway is Saskatoon’s hub for small, independent, and local businesses. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (aka Orange Shirt Day) serves as an opportunity for the business community to not only engage in meaningful allyship on September 30th, but to examine its role in reconciliation throughout the year.
What we now call Broadway has always been part of a well-travelled corridor of commerce and connection for Indigenous peoples. This lineage is significant to the Broadway we know and love today. There is enormous potential for Broadway businesses, located in a city with a deep Indigenous heritage, to actively address the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action #92, which challenges the corporate sector to advance economic reconciliation and educate their teams.
On September 30th 2026, Broadway’s local business community should feature this important day by leveraging their storefronts as safe, educational spaces, signalling solidarity with residential school survivors, and reinforcing the vital message that Every Child Matters within the community and across Saskatoon.
How Broadway Businesses can observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:
- Orange: Support staff to wear orange to show solidarity and start a dialogue.
- Visit Wanuskewin Collective to purchase an Every Child Matters orange shirt designed by Ookus D. of Buffalo River Dene Nation. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Residential School Survivors.
- Donate a portion of September 30th proceeds to local organizations like the Saskatoon Survivors Circle.
- Display messaging or artwork from verified Indigenous creators in public storefronts or online.
- Participate in one of the commemorative walks, gatherings, and educational workshops taking place across Saskatoon (listed below).
- Reflect and Learn by reading works by Indigenous authors, listening to survivor stories, and supporting community healing initiatives.
- Connect your business with Reconciliation Saskatoon and the YOU + 92 Reconciliation Roadmap from the Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Events
Army Navy & Air Force Veterans Gathering
- Date & Time: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Venue: Army Navy & Air Force Veterans, 359 1st Avenue North
- Description: A community event focused on sharing stories, listening, and learning about truth and reconciliation.
- Date & Time: Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Remai Modern
- Cost: Free and open to the public
- Details: Featuring a screening of Honour to Senator Murray Sinclair. Check the Remai Modern Website for schedule specifics.
Wanuskewin National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Gathering
- Date & Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Wanuskewin Heritage Park
- Cost: Admission is by donation
- Details: Offering a full day of immersive programming, cultural sharing, and historical reflection.
Saskatoon Tribal Council Powwow & Gathering
- Date & Time: September 29–30, 2026 (Grand entries at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM)
- Location: STC Saskatoon
- Cost: Free to attend
- Details: An Every Child Matters powwow and concert experience. Attendees are asked to wear orange.
3rd Annual Orange Shirt Day Run/Walk
- Date & Time: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 (Morning start)
- Location: Starts and finishes at “The Coming Spring” monument in Victoria Park, following the Meewasin Trail
- Cost: Registration ranges from $29.15 to $61.47 (proceeds support OrangeShirtDay.org, local grassroots movements, and Indigenous athletes)
- Details: A scenic trail run and walk alongside the South Saskatchewan River. You can choose from a 5km run, a 10km run, or a 2.15km Elder & Kids walk/stroll/run.