Orange Shirt Day Resources
Orange Shirt Day: Remembering, Learning, Healing
Orange Shirt Day (September 30) honors the survivors of Indian residential and boarding schools and remembers the children who never made it home. It is a time to reflect on the impacts of these schools, to learn about their history, and to support healing and reconciliation. Our resources include educational materials, stories, and ways to participate, helping communities and allies stand together in recognition that Every Child Matters.
Reconciliation Hub – Orange Shirt Day Society Resources
A curated collection of articles, teachings, and support materials designed to guide healing and reflection for those navigating the emotional and spiritual impacts of residential school histories.
StrongHearts Native Helpline
(1-844-7NATIVE / 762-8483)
A 24/7 confidential helpline offering culturally grounded support and advocacy for Native American and Indigenous people experiencing domestic violence, seeking safety, healing, and connection.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Text or call 988
A free, confidential 24-hour chat and phone service providing emotional support and crisis intervention to anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.
Crisis Text Line
Text “HOME” to 741741
A free, 24/7 text-based counseling service that connects individuals in crisis with trained counselors through confidential, empathetic conversations.
Healing-Informed Resources for Self-Care - Boarding School Healing Initiative
A downloadable PDF guide offering trauma-informed self-care strategies and reflective practices to nourish healing for survivors and those affected by boarding school experiences.
Boarding School Healing Toolkit - NPAIHB Thrive Initiative
A comprehensive, culturally responsive PDF toolkit designed to support individuals and communities in understanding, processing, and healing from the legacy of boarding schools.
Indigenous Residential School Support Services (IRSSS)
Offers culturally grounded counseling, referral, and ongoing support tailored to survivors of residential schools and their families in Canada, grounded in Indigenous values and practices.