This Heartbreaking Discovery is a Reminder of Why the Residential School System is Not Only a Horrifying Part of Canada’s History, it is a Legacy of Intergenerational Harm that Continues to Impact So Many

215 children that didn’t get to grow up with their families.

215 children that didn’t get to grow up with the support of their communities.

215 children that didn’t get to grow up, period.

This heartbreaking discovery is a reminder of why the residential school system is not only a horrifying part of Canada’s history, it is a legacy of intergenerational harm that continues to impact so many.

For immediate assistance to those who may need it, the National Indian Residential School Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day at 1-866-925-4419.

Minister Bennett’s statement can be found here: