The Hill Academy Unveils Indigenous-Inspired Logo by Akwesasne Artist Joe King for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Caledon, ON - September 29, 2025 - The Hill Academy is proud to announce the unveiling of a special Indigenous-inspired logo designed by Akwesasne artist Joe King to be used in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Hill Academy's campus stands on the Treaty 19 lands, and territory of the Mississaugas of the New Credit. The lands were previously inhabited by the Mississaugas of the Credit, and was also the territory of the Anishinaabe, Ojibwe, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, and the Métis.

Joe King, a member of the Mohawks of Akwesasne First Nation, has worked extensively to share Indigenous stories through his art. He previously led the design of an Orange Shirt Day campaign in collaboration with the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne and the Canada Border Services Agency. His latest work for The Hill Academy is deeply symbolic, weaving together imagery that honours the resilience, strength, and enduring cultures of Indigenous peoples across Canada.

“At the heart of this design is an educational purpose,” said King. “The horns of wisdom represent learning from the past to prepare for a better future. The teeth symbolize grit and strength; the people embody resilience and the bond we share with our cultures. The eyes look ahead to a brighter future, while the infinity symbol honours the enduring lineage of Indigenous peoples. The roots grow from the skills obtained from the blue feather—symbolizing knowledge passed down through generations.”

At the centre of the design is a child’s hand with a heart on the palm, carrying forward the message of ‘Every Child Matters’. Within the hand, multiple cultural elements come together:

• First Nations imagery of Wampum, the Rising Sun, and the Flowering Vine.

• Métis imagery, including the Métis Star within a flowering vine and the Infinity Symbol.

• Inuit representation through the Inuksuk and Ulu, alongside imagery representing the people of the Northwest Territories.

• This powerful composition not only symbolizes remembrance but also inspires collective commitment to reconciliation and unity.

“We are honoured to work with Joe King and to bring this meaningful logo to life,” said Andrew Collins, Reconciliation Educator for The Hill Academy. “This design is more than a symbol, it represents our school’s commitment to walking together with Indigenous communities in the ongoing journey of truth, education, and reconciliation.”

The Hill Academy will proudly feature the logo during National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and in related programming that supports awareness, reflection, and education. The Hill Academy was proudly supported in this initiative by: Domtech Pest Control, Critical Matrix, Runway Auto Collision & Repair, Blackstock Ford Lincoln, Essential Soils Solutions, Orangeville Hyundai, Computer Room Services Corp, Dream Pave Permeable, and In Memory of KA12. Through their support, The Hill Academy was able to provide t-shirts with Joe King’s design on it to all staff and students.

About The Hill Academy

The Hill Academy was founded in 2006 in order to provide optimal academic and athletic programming for dedicated student-athletes. Located in Caledon, ON, just 45 minutes north of Toronto, The Hill campus sits on 134 acres of beautifully forested land. The campus offers students bright classrooms, daily outdoor education, a state-of-the-art athletic training experience, Hill Performance gym facilities, running and hiking trails, turf field, exclusive off-site rink access, and an expansive boarding complex. 

Graduates from The Hill have been placed in some of the most prestigious academic and athletic institutions in the world. The Hill Academy is an institution for students who are committed to striving academically, and who would like an opportunity to take an in-depth exploration into their respective sport. 

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