Saskatchewan Residential Schools

• Federal funding, supports offered for residential school survivors attending papal visit

  Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada are providing $30.2 million for First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities and organizations.

  Canada

  Jul 14, 2022
  
• Pope will not be stopping in Sask. for visit in July

  The Vatican confirmed three stops to Edmonton, Iqaluit and Quebec City during Pope Francis's visit from July 24 to 29. Despite pleas from leaders, Saskatchewan will not be visited.

  Canada

  May 13, 2022
  
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• Archbishop of Canterbury arrives in Prince Albert, Sask., apologizes to residential school survivors

  Rev. Justin Welby apologized to residential school survivors during an event at James Smith Cree Nation on Saturday.

  Canada

  May 1, 2022
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• Anglican church leader apologizes to residential school survivors at Saskatchewan First Nation

  The community event featured a pipe ceremony, honour song, opening prayer/reading of the Gospel, and welcoming remarks.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2022
• Archbishop of Canterbury to meet residential school survivors in Saskatchewan

  There is no confirmation whether the leader of the Anglican church will formally apologize but the meeting could be a historic step towards reconciliation.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2022
• Pope’s apology just a first step say Saskatchewan Indigenous leaders

  Pope Francis apologized to residential school survivors on Friday, saying he was sorry for the grave and lasting harm caused by some clergy members in residential schools.

  Canada

  Apr 3, 2022
• Survivor wants Timber Bay Children’s School recognized as residential school

  Survivors have described Timber Bay Children's Home as a residential school for Indigenous children; the federal and provincial governments have not designated it as such.

  Canada

  Mar 7, 2022
• ‘Not a proud part of Canadian history’: Premier Scott Moe on Keeseekoose unmarked graves discovery

  Keeseekoose First Nation said on Tuesday there were 54 hits from ground penetrating radar on the grounds of the former Fort Pelly and St. Phillips residential schools.

  Canada

  Feb 16, 2022
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• Design unveiled for residential school memorial in Regina

  The memorial design will be circular, symbolizing the cycles and seasons of life. A smudge bowl will also be installed in the front of a stone for ceremonial purposes.

  Canada

  Sep 30, 2021
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• Elders, survivors invited to attend gathering at former site of Saskatchewan residential school

  The gathering will run from Aug. 2 to Aug. 6 and the theme is courage, resilience and connection.

  Canada

  Aug 2, 2021