Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, Survivors, their families and their communities. It is also a day for reflection, learning and action. This booklist offers stories and resources that deepen our understanding of Canada’s colonial history, celebrate Indigenous voices and knowledge and encourage us all to engage with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.

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Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge
KFPL invites readers of all ages to take part in the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge, launching Sept. 30. Explore books by Indigenous authors to learn about the histories, languages, cultures and lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples.
Track your reading in Beanstack to earn badges for activities, reviews and time milestones. Each badge is an entry into the grand prize draw for an orange shirt pin beading kit. The more you read, the more chances you have to win!
Discover the great outdoors
These books about camping, cooking and adventuring will inspire readers of all ages to enjoy the great outdoors.
Books exploring Indigenous tradition, culture and heritage
The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed on Aug. 9 of each year. On this day, the world celebrates, commemorates and learns from the experiences of the world's Indigenous cultures. Explore these titles to learn about the endless diversity of these communities!
Honoring freedom and celebrating contributions
August 1 is Emancipation Day in Canada and other former British territories. This day commemorates the day in 1834 when the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 took effect. Take this time as an opportunity to learn from history and celebrate the contributions of Black communities to our region. Check out some titles below and learn more about local festivities from the City of Kingston website.