Truth & Reconciliation Commission National Event

Truth & Reconciliation Commission National Event

Starts:

Saturday, March 29
6:30 AM

Ends:

Saturday, March 29
9:30 PM


For 116 years, thousands of Aboriginal children in Alberta were sent to Indian Residential Schools funded by the federal government and run by the churches. They were taken from their families and communities in order to be stripped of language, cultural identity and traditions. Canada's attempt to wipe out Aboriginal cultures failed. But it left an urgent need for reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples.

There were more Indian Residential Schools in Alberta than in any other province.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) is holding its Alberta National Event in Edmonton from March 27 to 30, 2014. Come and share your truth about the schools and their legacy. Witness and celebrate the resilience of Aboriginal cultures!

Be a part of the National Journey for Healing and Reconciliation! All gatherings are open to the public. Admission is free.

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Event Location

Shaw Conference Centre
9797 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 1N9

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