Our Stories & Impact


A space to share our work, our people, and the impact of quilts in community.

Awards & Recognition

This section highlights awards, acknowledgements, and recognitions that honour the work of Quilts for Survivors and the community members who make it possible.

Awards received

Celebrating the awards that recognize Quilts for Survivors and the impact of our work.

Community acknowledgements

Thank-you moments and community recognition that reflect the care, partnerships, and support behind every quilt.

Certificates or honours 

Certificates and honours that acknowledge our programs, volunteers, and community contributions.

In the News

Media features, articles, and interviews that share our work, our values, and the impact of quilts in community.

Charity that makes quilts for residential school survivors gets special recognition from Canadian Chamber


Sewing retreat in Timmins brings people together to make quilts for residential school survivors


Newsletters & Updates

Our newsletters and updates offer a closer look at what’s happening in the studio, upcoming programs, and recent milestones.

Volume 1

2022 Edition
Includes 
Volume 1 Issue 1 
Volume 1 Issue 2 
Volume 1 Issue 3
Volume 1 Issue 4

Coming Soon!

Volume 2

2023
Edition Includes
Volume 2 Issue 1
Volume 2 Issue 2
Volume 2 Issue 3
Volume 2 Issue 4
Volume 2 Issue 5 
Volume 2 Issue 6 
Volume 2 Issue 7 
Volume 2 Issue 8 
Volume 2 Issue 9 
Volume 2 Issue 10/11
Volume 2 Issue 12

Coming Soon!

Volume 3

2024
Edition Includes
Volume 3 Issue 1
Volume 3 Issue 2
Volume 3 Issue 3
Volume 3 Issue 4
Volume 3 Issue 5
Volume 3 Issue 6
Volume 3 Issue 7/8
Volume 3 Issue 9
Volume 3 Issue 10/11
Volume 3 Issue 12

Coming Soon!

Volume 4

2025
Edition Includes
Volume 4 Issue 1
Volume 4 Issue 2
Volume 4 Issue 3
Volume 4 Issue 4
Volume 4 Issue 5
Volume 4 Issue 6/7/8
Volume 4 Issue 9
Volume 4 Issue 10/11
Volume 4 Issue 12

Coming Soon!

Volume 5 

2026
Edition Includes

Coming Soon!

Survivor Stories

Shared with care and consent, these stories reflect the lived experiences of Survivors and the meaning quilts hold in their healing journeys. Some stories may be anonymous.

Sharing Your Story: A Step Toward Healing and Empowerment for Survivors

Sharing your experience as a Residential School, Day School, or Sixties Scoop Survivor can support healing and help others feel less alone. You may share anonymously, and stories will be posted as submitted (unfiltered) in our healing space. Submit by emailing admin@quiltsforsurvivors.ca or through our anonymous form. Your voice matters.

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Share Your Healing Quilt Story: Inspire and Support Fellow Survivors

Has receiving a healing quilt helped in your journey? Share your story to offer hope and encouragement to others. Your words can show how quilts bring comfort, connection, and healing. Testimonials will be featured on our website to remind survivors they’re not alone. Submit by emailing admin@quiltsforsurvivors.ca or click below.

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Steven’s Story

To read more about stevens story and how he received quilts please read below. “That’s when a light went on in my head. Quilts for Survivors, emphasizes on Survivors. To bring warmth, and healing, and to let ones know that they are not alone.”

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Photo Gallery

A visual collection of workshops, quilt-making days, community gatherings, and finished quilts that capture our work in action.