Local First Nations and neighbouring communities reflect together

Neighbouring municipal and First Nations communities celebrated the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday.

Near Southampton, Saugeen Shores and Saugeen First Nation joined together on a temporarily closed Zgaa-biig-ni-gan Bridge in a moment of reflection and togetherness.

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The town also closed Victoria Street North from Thompson Street to Clarendon Street between 9 and 11 a.m.

The Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation called the day an opportunity to honour the survivors of residential schools, their families and the children who never came home.

“Truth must come before reconciliation. This day is a time to reflect, to listen, to learn, and to acknowledge the deep and lasting impacts of colonialism on Indigenous communities,” the First Nations community sa