On Sept. 20, Mount Royal University held a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of Treaty 7. The Treaty 7 flag and the survivor flag, designed by Elders from the National Centre of Truth and Reconciliation, were raised to inaugurate the Journey to Indigenization.

This annual event marks the university’s continued efforts towards reconciliation and honouring Indigenous heritage and survivors of residential schools.

Elders and community members gather under umbrellas to raise the flags, symbolizing unity and respect for Indigenous traditions despite the rainy weather. PHOTO: Sannah Chawdhry
Marion Lerat (left), a Residential School survivor, led the opening prayer and blessing, sharing a moment with Emcee Dion Simon (right) during the flag-raising ceremony. PHOTO: Sannah Chawdhry
Flags representing the Métis Nation, the First Nations, the Truth and Reconciliation movement, Alberta, and Canada fly high during a solemn ceremony recognizing Indigenous history. PHOTO: Sannah Chawdhry

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