National Day for Truth & Reconciliation (Sep 30)

Visit the 2nd floor of the Richmond Cultural Centre to learn about a selection of Indigenous artists who have shaped visual culture across Turtle Island. Artist biographies and learning resources will be on display along the hallway and cabinet beside the elevator.
All Ages
Mon, Sep 13 to Fri, Oct 3
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-9:00pm
Sat & Sun: 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: 2nd floor - Richmond Cultural Centre

The Together statue by artist David Jacob Harder will be illuminated in orange throughout the week leading up to September 30. The work consists of over three hundred steel silhouettes powder coated white steel to compose two figures.
Location: in front of the East entrance of Minoru Centre for Active Living

Explore a special display featuring a collection of resources that deepen understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, and perspectives. The exhibit will also showcase individual staff commitments to ongoing learning and meaningful engagement with Indigenous knowledge and communities.
Mon, Sep 29 to Mon, Oct 6
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-9:00pm
Sat & Sun: 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: Richmond Museum

The Survivors' Flag is displayed at City Hall throughout the week leading up to September 30. The Survivors' Flag is an expression of remembrance and is intended to honour residential school Survivors and all the lives and communities impacted by the residential school system in Canada. 
Location: Richmond City Hall

Experience a selection of short films by Indigenous creators to support learning and reflection, featuring: My Friend the Green Horse (Indigenous Cinema, 2024, 11 mins); Woodland Spirits (Documentary, 2007, 27 mins); and Now is the Time (Animation, 2019, 16 mins). Films will play continuously on a loop during the library's operating hours. Drop-in; no registration required. For more information, visit YourLibrary.ca/events.
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: Brighouse Library

Join author Brandon Reid in this writing workshop for children. Do you ever notice how people talk differently in stories than they do in real life? Learn how to capture what makes speech unique and add it to your own thrilling stories through this workshop. Registration required; limited spaces available as school groups will be attending. Register online at YourLibrary.ca.
Ages: Grades 6-7
Thu, Sept 18, 1:00-2:30pm
Location: Brighouse Library

Join author Brandon Reid in this writing workshop for adults. Ever wonder how certain authors excel at capturing the nuances of speech through engaging dialogue? Discover the intricacies of speech and learn how to incorporate them into your own exciting stories. Registration required; register online at YourLibrary.ca.
Ages: Adults
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00-3:30pm
Location: Brighouse Library

Take part in a large-scale drawing project with exhibiting artist Manuel Axel Strain. This collaborative activity invites participants of all ages to experiment with mark-making, colouring, and drawing on a grand scale. Meet the artist and enjoy an afternoon of hands-on creativity at this family-friendly event. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. Drop-in; no registration required.
All Ages
Sun, Sep 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Richmond Art Gallery

Join Indigenous Red River Metis herbalist LoriAnn Bird as she shares her debut book, Revered Roots, which contains purposeful and powerful reference to lessons, nourishment, healing, and history of our plant teachers. This special event features a 15-minute in-class presentation followed by a 45-minute guided outdoor plant walk through beautiful Minoru Park. Limited registration as school groups will be attending. Registration required; limited spaces available as school groups will be attending. Register online at YourLibrary.ca.
Ages: Grades 4-6
Wed, Sept 24, 10:00-11:00am
Location: Brighouse Library

Join this storytelling event with best-selling author, Richard Van Camp.  Richard will share his life's work of reclaiming stories, family and community medicines, and interviews with Elders from his community of Fort Smith, North West Territories. Hear miracle stories about how he and others – children of residential school Survivors – have spent their adult lives reclaiming what was almost lost. Registration required; register online at YourLibrary.ca. Hosted by the Richmond Public Library.
Ages: Adults
Thu, Sep 25, 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Theatre Under the Stairs, inside the Richmond Cultural Centre 

Join Storytime with children's book author Richard Van Camp as he reads from his children's books Little You, We Sang You Home, Nighty Night: A Bedtime Song for Babies, Kiss by Kiss, and May We Have Enough to Share. Richard will share stories about parenthood and how each baby - and every one who joins in - is a sweet miracle and proof of the universe's kindness. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required for each family member who will be attending; register online at YourLibrary.ca.
Ages: Infants and Toddlers
Fri, Sep 26, 10:30-11:30am
Location: Brighouse Library

Enjoy an Indigenous storytime that shares stories of culture, resilience, and the deep connection between people and the land. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Drop-in; no registration required.
Ages: Children
Sat, Sep 27,1:00-3:00pm
Richmond Nature Park

Join Indigenous Red River Metis herbalist LoriAnn Bird as she shares her debut book, Revered Roots, which contains purposeful and powerful reference to lessons, nourishment, healing, and history of our plant teachers. This special event features a 20-minute in-class presentation followed by a 1-hour guided outdoor plant walk through Minoru Park. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required; register online at YourLibrary.ca.
Ages: All Ages
Sun, Sep 28, 1:00-2:30pm
Location: Brighouse Library