Kamloops (Tk’emlups) Residential School
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With the most recent tragic discovery on the grounds of Kamloops (Tk’emlups) Residential School we encourage all people to view the following message sent on behalf of Reconciliation Canada:
Join us at 9 AM (PST) each morning from Saturday, May 29th - Tuesday, June 1st via the zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/99892409581
On May 28, 2021, the remains of 215 Indigenous children were discovered on the grounds of the Kamloops (Tk’emlups) Residential School. This devastating discovery resulted in a wave of grief and trauma that has swept through our nations. We stand with the Secwépemc people, Indian Residential School Survivors, their families and their communities as they process this tragic loss.
We call on you to join us over the next three days for gatherings to honour the 215 children who were found buried on the grounds of the Kamloops (Tk’emlups) Residential School. Today we hosted a Facebook Live gathering to remember these children and share our stories. The response and involvement were overwhelming.
We invite you on this shared journey of truth-telling, mourning and responsibility.
All three gatherings can be accessed with this Zoom link:
Sunday: Your Ancestors Await You
Date: May 30th, 2021
Time: 9am PST - 10:30am PST
Monday: Protocols & Ceremonies
Date: May 31st, 2021
Time: 9am PST - 10:30am PST
Tuesday: Moving Forward Together
Date: Jun 1st, 2021
Time: 9am PST - 10:30am PST
Please join our gatherings designed to create an understanding of the impacts of this discovery and support the long-term healing of those affected.
Now is the time for us to reflect critically on our values and the true meaning and role of Reconciliation in Canada.
If you have any questions or concerns reach out to:reception@reconciliationcanada.ca
Regards,
Reconciliation Canada