News & Updates
A collection of news and internal articles shared regarding the latest updates in discovery, truth, and reconciliation surrounding residential schools.
Tsleil-Waututh Nation looks to build residential school memorial garden
May 12, 2024
It may just be an empty lot with invasive species, but Andrea Aleck has big plans for a plot of land in the heart of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation reserve. Following conversations with community Elders, the Tsleil-Waututh Nation health and wellness director has brought forward plans to transform the space into a residential school memorial park and garden. “When I look back at the history of not just our community, but the history of Indigenous people, I really wanted to champion this project out of respect for our history as as Indigenous people and particularly, Tsleil-Waututh Nation…