EventWednesday morning, the 2026 Dene National Assembly paused proceedings for a breakfast at the Chief Lamalice Complex before marching to Kátł’odeeche First Nation's arbour. There drummers, Elders and community members held a fire ceremony, sang a prayer song, and performed a drum dance. Afterwards, Robert Beaulieu presented on residential‑school history and pathways to justice, and Dene Chief George Mackenzie spoke on survivors and the need for tangible reconciliation.
The Dene National Assembly paused its meeting for a breakfast and march to the Kátł’odeeche First Nation Community Arbour, where a fire ceremony, prayer song, and drum dance were held. Survivor Robert Beaulieu presented on residential‑school history, and Chief George Mackenzie emphasized the need for meaningful reconciliation and honor for survivors.
Chief Sunrise Education Centre plans a two‑day learning and commemoration of Orange Shirt Day, featuring student projects, displays, custom T‑shirts, a community walk, and lunch at the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre.
