Residential schools were institutions in Canada that were established in the 19th century with the aim of assimilating Indigenous children into Canadian culture. The schools were run by the government and various Christian denominations, and were designed to remove children from their families and communities, and to strip them of their language, culture, and identity.
The residential school system was a devastating experience for Indigenous children, who were often subjected to physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as neglect and inadequate care. Many children died as a result of disease, malnutrition, or mistreatment, and the impact of the schools continues to be felt by Indigenous communities today.
The "Every Child Matters" campaign is a response to the legacy of residential schools in Canada, and is aimed at raising awareness of the harm caused by the schools, promoting reconciliation and healing, and recognizing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples to Canadian society. The phrase is often associated with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which was established in 2008 to address the legacy of residential schools and to promote healing and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
As part of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's work, the "Every Child Matters" campaign has been used to commemorate the children who were taken from their families and communities and sent to residential schools. The campaign encourages Canadians to wear orange shirts on September 30th, which is known as Orange Shirt Day, to show their support for reconciliation and to honour the survivors and victims of residential schools.
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