The Healing Journey
The Healing Journey
Overview
It is appreciated that survivors, their families, communities, and Canada as a whole is at various stages in their healing journey to acknowledging and understanding the legacy of the Indian residential school system.
The following historic events and much needed services have facilitated in the healing journey:
- Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement in 2006.
- Statement of Apology to former students of Indian Residential Schools by the Government of Canada in 2008.
- Fort William Orphanage Boarding School St. Joseph’s Home
- Establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
- Development of Commemoration projects and activities.
- Establishment of the Indian Residential Schools Adjudication Secretariat (IRSAS).
- Establishment of the Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program (IRSRHSP).
