First 10/Next 10: TRC Poster Series
Announcement: The poster submission deadline has now passed. Stay tuned for a digital spotlight on our poster submissions.
In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report, the Orange Shirt Day/National Indigenous Peoples Day planning circle is launching a community-wide call to action.
The First 10/Next 10: TRC Poster Series is an endeavour to create accountability to Indigenous peoples and to the TRC’s calls to action. It is an opportunity for departments, faculties, student groups and administrative units to reflect on the truth-telling and reconciliation work already done – and commit to what comes next – through digital posters that document initiatives implemented in response to the (PDF file) 94 Calls to Action (external link) .
Digital posters will be featured at events and across digital screens throughout campus in Fall 2025. They will also be preserved as part of a long-term resource on the Indigenous TMU website.
We invite all areas of the university to take part in this important initiative. Participating is one way to uphold your responsibility in supporting truth and reconciliation at TMU.
Key dates and sessions
Stay connected throughout the campaign. We’ll be adding new opportunities — including working sessions — to support your poster development. Check back regularly for updates.
Fall 2025 campus display
Timeline: September 30 to November 7, 2025
Digital posters will be showcased on screens across TMU’s campus and featured on the Indigenous TMU website.
Submissions are being reviewed for appropriateness, accessibility and use of imagery. Submitters will be contacted regarding any necessary or suggested changes.
Need help getting started?
Watch this recorded info session for an overview of the First 10/Next 10: TRC Poster Series — including how to contribute, what the poster templates look like and tips for creating your own.
Each digital poster is a one-slide presentation that showcases actions or initiatives implemented to address a (PDF file) TRC Call To Action (external link) (CTA) within a unit, faculty, school or department.
Posters must:
- Represent the collective work of a group (curricular, administrative, student, or staff)
- Highlight a single initiative per poster (limit of three posters per group)
- Identify which TRC Call to Action the initiative addresses
Examples of initiatives include:
- New courses or curriculum changes
- Websites or resources
- Positions/hires
- Events, workshops or training
- Programs supporting Indigenous students or staff
- Placemaking or artwork
Required elements:
- A title and brief summary
- A list of key features
- Some information regarding next steps
- Names of collaborators (when appropriate)
Optional elements:
- Charts or graphs
- Illustrations
- Quotes
- Photos, images, or screenshots
- Additional information accessible through a QR code and short link
Note: The templates provided are designed with accessibility and appropriate imagery in mind. While creating your poster draft, please make an effort to ensure accessibility, and to use any Indigenous imagery with permission and respect.
1. Select a template
A collection of Google Slides Poster templates are provided. Please select the template that suits your needs from the list below.
2. Customize with your content
Each template contains text and image placeholders. Once you have updated the template with your materials, remember to remove any remaining placeholder content.
3. Add a QR code to additional materials
You are encouraged to include a QR code in your poster. An easy way to do this is using https://tinyurl.com/ (external link)
About the organizers
The OSD/NIPD planning circle is made up of staff and faculty from across TMU, including: the Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching; The Creative School; the Indigenous Education Council; Office of the President; Office of the Provost; Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion, including Indigenous Initiatives and Gdoo-maawnjidimi Mompii Indigenous Student Services; Saagajiwe; School of Early Childhood Studies; Student Affairs; Ted Rogers School of Management; and TMU Libraries.