​Orange Shirt Day is recognized across Canada annually on September 30. This date is significant as it is the approximate date that children would be taken to residential school.

History of Orange Shirt Day

Orange Shirt Day was started by Phyllis Webstad, who is Northern Secwpemc (Shuswap) from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation, to honour and recognize all those who attended a residential school because she believes, “Every Child Matters.” You can read more about Phyllis' Story HERE. You will also find French translations.

Phyllis Webstad has published a primary book to complement her book, The Orange Shirt Story.