As we approach National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, we want to pause and reflect in a way that goes beyond words. At Landmark Event Solutions, our work is rooted in bringing people together, and part of that responsibility means acknowledging the deeper histories of the places we gather.

Learning and Unlearning

This season, our team has been reading Truth Telling: Seven Conversations about Indigenous Life in Canada by Michelle Good. Her words challenge us to confront the truths of colonialism in Canada and ask better questions of ourselves as individuals and as a business. It’s not an easy read—but it is a necessary one.

Where We Stand

We recently learned that Davenport Road—just a short distance from where we live and work—was originally an Indigenous foot path. Long before settlers turned it into a roadway, it was a trail carved through the landscape by Indigenous peoples. It’s humbling to imagine what it once looked like, alive with community and connection, and to recognize how quickly those layers of history were overwritten.

Indigenous Creativity in Practice

This summer, we visited Outlier Leather Co., a proudly Indigenous-owned business producing handcrafted leather goods. Their pieces are not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful, and we see incredible opportunities to integrate gifts like theirs into the event world as a way to celebrate artistry and authenticity.

Indigenous Voices on Screen

We’ve also been inspired by Pow Wow Summer, a recent film that celebrates Indigenous identity, tradition, and community through the lens of the Canadian pow wow circuit. Stories like these help us and audiences connect more deeply with the richness of Indigenous culture.

Participation and Support

Earlier this year, we had the privilege of supporting the Invictus Games, an event that brought together veterans, service members, and their families from around the world. As part of our involvement, we engaged with the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, whose stewardship and storytelling added depth and context to the Games. It was a powerful reminder of how Indigenous culture strengthens and shapes the way we host events in Canada.

Moving Forward with Intention

Truth and Reconciliation isn’t a single day on the calendar—it’s an ongoing practice. For us at Landmark, that means continuing to listen, learn, and seek out partnerships that honour Indigenous voices and contributions.

This September 30, we invite you to pause alongside us: to reflect, to learn, and to consider the histories beneath our feet.