Toronto Research Chemicals’ Post

🧡 Honouring Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Last week, our Toronto colleagues wore orange shirts to mark Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (30 September) - a day to honour the survivors of residential schools, their families and communities, and to remember the children who never returned home. Wearing an orange shirt has become a powerful symbol of remembrance and awareness, inspired by the story of Phyllis Webstad, whose childhood orange shirt was taken away at a residential school. It stands as a reminder of the importance of listening, learning, and supporting reconciliation. Our new Centre of Excellence in Toronto is situated on the Territory and Treaty 13 lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. It also recognises the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee peoples. Acknowledging this land is a meaningful way to show respect for Indigenous history, culture, and the enduring connection to the land. While this day is specific to Canada, its message of reflection, learning, and respect resonates with all of us at LGC. 👏Thank you to our Toronto colleagues for marking this important day and reminding us all of the value of empathy, awareness, and cultural respect. #TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #DiversityAndInclusion