Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Minister Wilson

Rick Wilson, Minister of Indigenous Relations, issued the following statement declaring Sept. 30 a Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Alberta.

“The Day for Truth and Reconciliation honours First Nations, Inuit and Métis survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. It is a day for everyone to reflect on the steps each of us can take to move toward reconciliation and healing.

“On behalf of Alberta’s government, our hearts go out to all those who have been impacted by the discovery of unmarked gravesites across the country. We are committed to taking real, meaningful action to help Indigenous communities identify these sites and properly commemorate them.

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