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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

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Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Volume One. Summary : Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for the Future

Book - 2015

This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. Show less

This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. Show less

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Kâ-pî-isi-kiskisiyân

Kâ-pî-isi-kiskisiyân

The Way I Remember

by Ratt, Solomon

Book - 2023

A residential school survivor finds his way back to his language and culture through his family's traditional stories. When reflecting on forces that have...Show more A residential school survivor finds his way back to his language and culture through his family's traditional stories. When reflecting on forces that have shaped his life, Solomon Ratt says his education was interrupted by being placed into the residential school system--far from the love and comfort of home and family. Ratt reflects on these memories and the life-long challenges he endured through his telling of autobiographical stories and traditional tales. Show less

A residential school survivor finds his way back to his language and culture through his family's traditional stories. When reflecting on forces that have...Show more A residential school survivor finds his way back to his language and culture through his family's traditional stories. When reflecting on forces that have shaped his life, Solomon Ratt says his education was interrupted by being placed into the residential school system--far from the love and comfort of home and family. Ratt reflects on these memories and the life-long challenges he endured through his telling of autobiographical stories and traditional tales. Show less

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Residential Schools

Residential Schools

The Devastating Impact on Canada's Indigenous Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Findings and Calls for Action

by Florence, Melanie

Book - 2016

This book includes the text of the government's apology and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, which offer the basis...Show more This book includes the text of the government's apology and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, which offer the basis for a new relationship between the Canadian government, Indigenous people and non-Indigenous people. Show less

This book includes the text of the government's apology and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, which offer the basis...Show more This book includes the text of the government's apology and summarizes the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action, which offer the basis for a new relationship between the Canadian government, Indigenous people and non-Indigenous people. Show less

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The Fire Still Burns

The Fire Still Burns

Life in and After Residential School

by George, Sam

Book - 2023

"My name is Sam George. In spite of everything that happened to me, by the grace of the Creator, I have lived to be an Elder." The crimes carrie...Show more "My name is Sam George. In spite of everything that happened to me, by the grace of the Creator, I have lived to be an Elder." The crimes carried out at St. Paul's Indian Residential School in North Vancouver scarred untold numbers of Indigenous children and families across generations. Sam George was one of these children. Show less

"My name is Sam George. In spite of everything that happened to me, by the grace of the Creator, I have lived to be an Elder." The crimes carrie...Show more "My name is Sam George. In spite of everything that happened to me, by the grace of the Creator, I have lived to be an Elder." The crimes carried out at St. Paul's Indian Residential School in North Vancouver scarred untold numbers of Indigenous children and families across generations. Sam George was one of these children. Show less

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Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for the Future

Honouring the Truth, Reconciling for the Future

Summary of the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

eBook - 2023

This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. Show less

This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. This report, the summary volume, includes the history of residential schools, the legacy of that school system, and the full text of the Commission's 94 recommendations for action to address that legacy. Show less

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Beyond the Orange Shirt Story

Beyond the Orange Shirt Story

A Collection of Stories From Family and Friends of Phyllis Webstad Before, During, and After Their Residential School Experiences

by Webstad, Phyllis

Book - 2021

Beyond the Orange Shirt Story is a unique collection of truths, as told by Phyllis Webstad's family and others, that will give readers an up-close look at what life was like before, during, and after their Residential School experiences. Beyond the Orange Shirt Story is a unique collection of truths, as told by Phyllis Webstad's family and others, that will give readers an up-close look at what life was like before, during, and after their Residential School experiences. Show less

Beyond the Orange Shirt Story is a unique collection of truths, as told by Phyllis Webstad's family and others, that will give readers an up-close look at what life was like before, during, and after their Residential School experiences. Beyond the Orange Shirt Story is a unique collection of truths, as told by Phyllis Webstad's family and others, that will give readers an up-close look at what life was like before, during, and after their Residential School experiences. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 1, The History, Part 1, Origins to 1939

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 1, The History, Part 2, 1939 to 2000

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 2, The Inuit and Northern Experience

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 3, The Métis Experience

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 4, Missing Children and Unmarked Burials

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 5, The Legacy

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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Canada's Residential Schools

Canada's Residential Schools

The Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. Volume 6, Reconciliation

by Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada

Book - 2015

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. The product of over six years of research, the Commission's final report outlines the history and legacy of the schools, and charts a pathway towards reconciliation. Show less

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E Nâtamukw Miyeyimuwin

E Nâtamukw Miyeyimuwin

Residential School Recovery Stories of the James Bay Cree. Volume One

by DyckFehderau, Ruth

Book - 2023

This is a collection of nonfiction stories told by James Bay Cree storytellers who have been affected by Indian Residential Schools, either because they a...Show more This is a collection of nonfiction stories told by James Bay Cree storytellers who have been affected by Indian Residential Schools, either because they attended the Schools themselves, or because a family member attended and brought those experiences home. The stories focus on how the storytellers have recovered from their experiences. Show less

This is a collection of nonfiction stories told by James Bay Cree storytellers who have been affected by Indian Residential Schools, either because they a...Show more This is a collection of nonfiction stories told by James Bay Cree storytellers who have been affected by Indian Residential Schools, either because they attended the Schools themselves, or because a family member attended and brought those experiences home. The stories focus on how the storytellers have recovered from their experiences. Show less

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Aki-wayn-zih

Aki-wayn-zih

A Person as Worthy as the Earth

by Baxter, Eli

Book - 2021

Through spiritual teachings, historical accounts, and autobiographical anecdotes, Aki-wayn-zih offers a new form of storytelling from the Anishinaabay point of view. Through spiritual teachings, historical accounts, and autobiographical anecdotes, Aki-wayn-zih offers a new form of storytelling from the Anishinaabay point of view. Show less

Through spiritual teachings, historical accounts, and autobiographical anecdotes, Aki-wayn-zih offers a new form of storytelling from the Anishinaabay point of view. Through spiritual teachings, historical accounts, and autobiographical anecdotes, Aki-wayn-zih offers a new form of storytelling from the Anishinaabay point of view. Show less

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From the Tundra to the Trenches

From the Tundra to the Trenches

by Weetaltuk, Eddy

Book - 2016

This compelling memoir traces an Inuk's experiences of world travel and military service. Looking back on his life, Weetaltuk wanted to show young Inuit that they can do and be what they choose. This compelling memoir traces an Inuk's experiences of world travel and military service. Looking back on his life, Weetaltuk wanted to show young Inuit that they can do and be what they choose. Show less

This compelling memoir traces an Inuk's experiences of world travel and military service. Looking back on his life, Weetaltuk wanted to show young Inuit that they can do and be what they choose. This compelling memoir traces an Inuk's experiences of world travel and military service. Looking back on his life, Weetaltuk wanted to show young Inuit that they can do and be what they choose. Show less

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Blanket Toss Under Midnight Sun

Blanket Toss Under Midnight Sun

Portraits of Everyday Life in Eight Indigenous Communities

by Seesequasis, Paul

Book - 2019

Blanket Toss is not only an invaluable historical record, it is a meaningful act of reclamation, showing the ongoing resilience of Indigenous communities, past, present-- and future. Blanket Toss is not only an invaluable historical record, it is a meaningful act of reclamation, showing the ongoing resilience of Indigenous communities, past, present-- and future. Show less

Blanket Toss is not only an invaluable historical record, it is a meaningful act of reclamation, showing the ongoing resilience of Indigenous communities, past, present-- and future. Blanket Toss is not only an invaluable historical record, it is a meaningful act of reclamation, showing the ongoing resilience of Indigenous communities, past, present-- and future. Show less

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The Good, the Bad and the Innocent

The Good, the Bad and the Innocent

The Tragic Reality Behind Residential Schools, An Albert Etzerza Story

by Etzerza, Albert

Book - 2020

This book is about the life and struggle of a residential school survivor. This book is about the life and struggle of a residential school survivor. Show less

This book is about the life and struggle of a residential school survivor. This book is about the life and struggle of a residential school survivor. Show less

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