{"id":1466,"date":"2024-09-30T09:07:55","date_gmt":"2024-09-30T09:07:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swifteradio.com\/update\/?p=1466"},"modified":"2024-09-30T09:07:55","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T09:07:55","slug":"9273-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swifteradio.com\/update\/hi\/9273-2\/","title":{"rendered":"National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: What\u2019s Open and Closed on September 30, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: What\u2019s Open and Closed on September 30, 2024<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR) on September 30, 2024, communities across the nation come together to honor Indigenous children who never returned home from residential schools and to support those who survived. This federal statutory holiday is an essential day of remembrance and reflection.<\/p>\n

Government Services: What to Expect<\/strong><\/p>\n

On NDTR, federal government buildings will close, including Service Canada locations and passport offices, with Parliament Hill also off-limits to visitors. Provincial observance varies; British Columbia and Nova Scotia recognize the holiday, while provinces like Ontario and Saskatchewan do not. It\u2019s advisable to check your local government website or call ahead for specific service center hours.<\/p>\n

School Closures: A Mixed Bag<\/strong><\/p>\n

School closures on this day differ by region. For instance, schools in Edmonton will not hold classes on September 30 and October 1, while Ontario’s provincial calendar does not list NDTR as a holiday. Parents and students should confirm with their local school boards for accurate information.<\/p>\n

Banking Services: Closure Alerts<\/strong><\/p>\n

Major banks observing NDTR closures include:<\/p>\n

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  • Royal Bank of Canada<\/li>\n
  • BMO<\/li>\n
  • TD Bank<\/li>\n
  • CIBC<\/li>\n
  • Scotiabank<\/li>\n
  • National Bank<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    While bank branches will be closed, online and telephone banking, along with ATMs, may still be available.<\/p>\n

    Postal Services: Impact of NDTR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Canada Post will suspend all mail collection and delivery services in observance of NDTR. Purolator will also halt operations. However, FedEx plans to maintain ground shipping in certain regions, including southern Alberta and Montreal, while express and freight services will be paused.<\/p>\n

    Private Businesses: Open or Closed?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The decision for private businesses\u2014such as grocery stores, restaurants, and professional services\u2014will vary by owner. Many may choose to remain open, while others might follow their provincial holiday guidelines.<\/p>\n

    Understanding the Significance of NDTR<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation serves as an annual observance to honor those affected by Canada\u2019s residential school system. For over a century, this system forcibly removed Indigenous children from their families, placing them in schools that aimed to eradicate their culture and identity. Survivors have shared harrowing accounts of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, as detailed in reports from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.<\/p>\n

    In 2021, the federal government declared September 30 a statutory holiday to align with Orange Shirt Day, an initiative that commemorates the residential school experience and promotes healing and reconciliation.<\/p>\n

    To learn more about the history and impact of Canada\u2019s residential schools, click here.<\/p>\n

    Source: Swifteradio.com<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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