A DAY TO LISTEN 2025: Honouring Truth and Reconciliation Across Canada
On September 30, Canadians from coast to coast will come together for A Day to Listen 2025, a 12-hour national radio broadcast dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. From 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, hundreds of radio stations will air powerful conversations, stories, and music that reflect on the past and envision a better future.
Now in its fifth year, A DAY TO LISTEN is produced by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) in partnership with Orbyt Media and major media outlets across the country. This year’s theme, “The Path Here | The Path Ahead,” marks a decade since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its Final Report and 94 Calls to Action. The show will explore how far we’ve come—and how far we still need to go.
Meet the Hosts
Leading the broadcast are three inspiring voices:
- Kiefer Collison – A proud Haida from Old Massett and former Big Brother Canada contestant, Kiefer uses his platform to empower others and represent Indigenous Peoples on a national scale.
- January Rogers – A Mohawk/Tuscarora writer and media producer from Six Nations of the Grand River, January blends poetry and media to create award-winning work that challenges and inspires.
- William Prince – The JUNO Award-winning singer-songwriter from Peguis First Nation brings emotional depth and storytelling to the airwaves, sharing songs and reflections from his latest album, Further From the Country.
Topics That Matter
From thought-provoking insights to inspiring journeys, each speaker brings something unique to the mic. Whether you’re tuning in for motivation, entertainment, or a fresh perspective, this lineup delivers.
Throughout the day, listeners will hear from Indigenous leaders, artists, Elders, and changemakers discussing key issues such as:
- Missing Children and Unmarked Graves
- The Rise of Indigenous Economic Power
- Call to Action 84 and the Role of Media
- Who Is Responsible for Reconciliation?
- Health Is More Than Health Care
- The Next Generation of Reconciliation
All guest speakers and their audio can be found on the website https://downiewenjack.ca/a-day-to-listen/#listen
A Legacy of Listening
A DAY TO LISTEN began in June 2021, following the discovery of 215 probable unmarked graves at the former Kamloops Residential School. That first broadcast united over 540 radio stations and sparked a national conversation. Since then, it has become an annual tradition on September 30, helping Canadians reflect, learn, and take meaningful steps toward reconciliation.
Education and Action
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund continues to lead the way in education and awareness. Through its Legacy Schools program, DWF supports over 9,000 educators with resources to teach the true history of residential schools and celebrate the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures.
Tune In and Take Part
Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or returning to listen again, A DAY TO LISTEN is an invitation to learn, reflect, and act. Let’s walk the path of reconciliation—together.
Don’t forget you can listen live online here (CKDR)
