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National Day for Truth and Reconciliaion — September 30

Since 2015, the University of Alberta has responded to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action with an emphasis on capacity building and foundational change.

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Free Application Days

In the spirit of reconciliation and to honour Residential School survivors, the U of A will once again be hosting Free Application Days from September 30 - October 6, 2023.

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Orange Shirt Day

We wear orange to honour Indigenous children forced to leave their families to attend residential schools. Proceeds from orange shirts purchased at the Bookstore go directly to cultural programming at First Peoples' House.

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Our Campuses The University of Alberta is a busy place — 41,000 students at five separate campus locations. Learn about each of the unique campuses that make up the fifth largest university in Canada.

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The University of Alberta is located in one of the northernmost major cities in the world. Edmonton is a city with one million residents and one of Canada’s strongest local economies.

Like the university, Edmonton is a place where people come together to build, create and change things for the better. It is a place where good ideas have a strong chance to become reality.

Upcoming Events

Sept. 26-29

Truth and Reconciliation Week

The University of Alberta Bookstore and First Peoples' House are hosting events recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and in support of Orange Shirt Day.

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