In light of the recent news regarding the remains of 215 children found at the site of a former residential school in Kamloops, BC, we wanted to share some resources for further education. We offer 2 versions of the Truth and Reconciliation Final Report (Vol 1) which can be put on hold here, along with many other Indigenous stories, histories, and poetry in our physical and eBranch collections.
External Resources
- We also invite parents, caregivers, and educators to download the PDF of the Every Child Matters Educational Pack, here.
- Canadian Encyclopedia, Residential Schools (last updated 2012)
- CBC Explains, Your questions answered about Canada’s residential school systems (June 4, 2021)
- Maclean’s, Where to donate to support survivors of residential schools (June 1, 2021)
Organizations
- M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre, Owen Sound, ON
- Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre, Owen Sound, ON
- Legacy of Hope Foundation, Gloucester, ON
- Indian Residential School Survivors Society, Vancouver, BC