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BC Lions Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

 

Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation honours the Indian residential school survivors, their families, and communities, while reminding us that Every Child Matters. The BC Lions are proud to stand alongside Indigenous communities, the Orange Shirt Society, the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS), and our partners in advancing truth, healing, and reconciliation.

 

We believe in the power of sport to bring people together, foster understanding, and create meaningful pathways toward reconciliation.

 

Through our Orange Shirt Day game and community initiatives, we remain committed to raising awareness, honouring Survivors, and supporting future generations. We invite our fans to wear orange, learn the truth about residential schools, and join us in taking meaningful action. Together, we can build a future rooted in respect, understanding, and reconciliation because Every Child Matters.

 

 

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The Story of Orange Shirt Day
The story of Orange Shirt Day – an important story that we’re proud to be able to share. Thank you to Phyllis Webstad & chief of Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Nation Rosanne Casimir for continuing to teach us about Truth and Reconciliation
 
Mountain Lion Pronunciation
Sempulyan Stewart Gonzales teaches us how to pronounce mountain lion in the language of the Squamish people.
 
Orange Shirt Day Merchandise
100% of the Orange Shirt Day merchandise proceeds go to the Orange Shirt Society and Indian Residential School Survivors Society and also go toward hosting survivors of the residential schools and their families at BC Lions home games.
 
Corrine Hunt | The Story Behind Lions Orange Shirt Logo
Every Child Matters. Following the confirmation of  215 missing Indigenous children at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in May 2021, the BC Lions embarked on a special project to bring awareness the history of residential schoools in Canada prior to National Truth & Reconciliation Day.  Part of the plan was to team up with Kwakwaka’wakw/Tlingit artist Corrine Hunt who transformed the BC Lions logo into a stylized rendition for the Orange Shirt Game on Friday, ...
 
Pronunciation of Mountain Lion
Learn how to pronounce mountain lion in hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓, the language of the Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
ORANGE SHIRT DAY GAME 2023
 
🎥 Orange Shirt Day Game Press Conference 2023
Lions director of community partnerships Jamie Taras and a few special guests were on hand to announce details surrounding our third annual Orange Shirt Day game on September 29th.
 
🎥 Prospera Credit Union & LiUNA! Local 1611 On Orange Shirt Day Game
Hear from Orange Shirt Day Game Sponsors following Tuesday’s announcement for our September 29th contest. Niki Jelstad from Prospera Credit Union and Mark Olsen from LiUNA! Locak 1611 talks about supporting our third annual Orange Shirt Day game!
 
🎥 Dane Evans On BC Lions Orange Shirt Day Game
Quarterback Dane Evans of Wichita and Affiliated Tribes on the club’s 2023 Orange Shirt Day game and the importance of sharing the message of Truth and Reconciliation.
ORANGE SHIRT DAY GAME 2022
 
Sport Is Medicine | Important conversations for Truth and Reconciliation
“The game to us is a gift from the creator, it’s a medicine game to our people.” The BC Lions sat down with Aiden Baker, William Nahanee, Dr. Chief Robert Joseph & The Treadwell family to discuss the importance of sport in Indigenous communities
 
Lions Announce Details For 2nd Annual Orange Shirt Day Game
The BC Lions announced this morning details surrounding our Orange Shirt Day Game on Friday, September 30 presented by Prospera Credit Union and BC Hydro. This initiative is the result of a unique partnership between the Orange Shirt Society, the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, the Ending Violence Association of BC and the BC Lions Football Club. The Orange Shirt Day Game is also supported by Fortis BC, Pomerleau Construction and Leavitt Machinery. During the week 17 matchup at ...
 
Orange Shirt Day Game Announcement | September 13
Hear from George Chayka, Jamie Taras and Phyliss Webstad, whose story became the inspiration for the Orange Shirt Day initiative.
 
MOVE THE CHAINS EP 14 | TRUTH & RECONCILIATION - MMIW&G
On National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, we continue our commitment of amplifying the voices of our Indigenous neighbours. Joining our host JJ Adams to talk about MMIW are Debbie Scarborough, Halie Bruce, Jacob Firlotte & Jamie Taras.
INDIGENOUS YOUTH PROGRAM
 
Indigenous Youth Program
In Partnership With ISPARC Indigenous Youth Program As part of the BC Lions continued commitment to the Orange Shirt initiative and building relationships with Indigenous communities, our football club is proud to host the BC Lions Indigenous Youth Program. The program is presented by Prospera and LiUNA Local 1611 and supported by Fortis BC, BC Hydro, and Leavitt Machinery. This five-week program will allow participants from across the lower mainland to learn the skills ...
 
Indigenous Youth Practice At Frank Hurt Secondary
Andrew Peirson, David Knevel and Matt Guevremont coach up the youngsters at our Indigenous Youth practice at Surrey’s Frank Hurt Secondary.
 
Lions Proud To Launch Indigenous Youth Program To Teach Football, Life Skills
As part of the BC Lions’ continued commitment to the Orange Shirt initiative and building relationships with Indigenous communities, our football club is proud to launch the BC Lions Indigenous Youth Program. The program is presented by Prospera Credit Union and supported by BC Hydro, Pomerleau Construction, Fortis BC and Leavitt Machinery. “At Prospera, we’re passionate about supporting all members of our local communities. This includes building stronger, lasting relationships with ...
CONVERSATIONS ABOUT TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
 
MTC EP 9 | National Day For Truth And Reconciliation
Matt Baker speaks with Phyllis Webstad and how here story was the inspiration for Orange Shirt Day, plus former Lion JR Larose stops by for an important discussion on Truth and Reconciliation.
 
MTC EP 8 - Truth and Reconciliation
Guest host Matt Baker speaks with former Lion JR Larose and Second Vice-Chief David Pratt of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations for a powerful discussion about Indigenous issues and Truth and Reconciliation. As the club honours National Indigenous History month, we also discuss what society can do to help spread these powerful messages.
ORANGE SHIRT DAY GAME 2021
 
Orange Shirt Day Announcement
The BC Lions were joined by BC Premier John Horgan; Minister Melanie Mark, Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Kúkpi7/Chief Rosanne Casimir; Orange Shirt Day founder Phyllis Webstad & artist Corrine Hunt for a special announcement about Truth & Reconciliation Day
 
Every Child Matters Tee
* SOLD OUT * (Stay tuned for more merch featuring Corrine Hunt’s logo & benefiting the Orange Shirt Society 🧡 The Corrine Hunt-designed Every Child Matters shirts are back in stock! 100% of proceeds go to The Orange Shirt Society as well as hosting residential school survivors & families at future BC Lions home games.