09/30/2026
Today is September 30th, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It’s a heavy day, a deeply reflective day, and an incredibly important one for us all—especially as I think back and honor my grandma’s Mi’kmaq roots from her hometown in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. 🧡
I’m wearing orange today to honor the survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never made it home, and acknowledge the deep, generational trauma carried by Indigenous families across this land.
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how we move past symbolic gestures. Wearing orange is a vital start, but true reconciliation requires real, tangible action. One of the most direct ways we can make an impact in our communities is through economic reconciliation—putting our dollars where our values are by supporting Indigenous-owned businesses, artists, and creators year-round.
On that note, I want to take a moment to spotlight an incredible local Indigenous brand run by friends of mine: Makwa Threads 🧵✨
They are an Indigenous, women-owned small business based right here in Toronto. All of their designs are original artwork, and every piece is created in-house. Their clothing is true message-wear—representing culture, art expression, representation, strength, and resilience. They use everyday fashion to uplift Indigenous voices and spark essential conversations around cultural preservation, reconciliation, and social/environmental action.
I’ll be tagging them in the comments so you can check out their page!
Please take time today to read, listen, and learn about Indigenous initiatives in your area. Let’s commit to carrying this support forward every single day, not just on September 30th.
Thank you all for taking the time to reflect together. Drop an orange heart (🧡) in the comments to show your support and keep this awareness going well past today.
