Statement by Minister Virani on the Final Report from the Independent Special Interlocutor for Missing Children and Unmarked Graves and Burial Sites associated with Indian Residential Schools
Ottawa, Ontario – Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement on the receipt of the Final Report from the Independent Special Interlocutor for Missing Children and Unmarked Graves and Burial Sites associated with Indian Residential Schools:
“Today, I am humbled and grateful to receive the Final Report from the Independent Special Interlocutor, Kimberly Murray. This report is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth about the missing children and unmarked graves and burial sites associated with Indian Residential Schools.
The report presents 19 Calls to Action that will help guide our collective efforts to address the ongoing trauma and hurt caused by the Indian Residential School system. These Calls to Action are a roadmap for reconciliation, healing, and justice.
The Government of Canada is committed to implementing these Calls to Action in a meaningful way, in collaboration with Indigenous partners, survivors, and communities. We will work tirelessly to ensure that the legacy of Indian Residential Schools is never forgotten, and that the rights and dignity of Indigenous peoples are upheld.
I want to acknowledge and thank Ms. Murray for her tireless work on this important file. Her dedication and compassion have been instrumental in bringing us to this moment.
I also want to extend my deepest gratitude to the survivors, families, and communities who have shared their stories and experiences with us. Your courage and resilience have been a source of inspiration and strength for all Canadians.
The Final Report is a powerful testament to the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples. It is also a reminder of the dark chapter in our history that we must never forget.
The Government of Canada is committed to working with Indigenous partners to build a better future for all Canadians, based on reconciliation, respect, and mutual understanding.”
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