Inuit leaders, Indigenous scholars disappointed after Senate votes down residential school denialism clause

Jack Anawak says he doesn’t know how people can deny what occurred at residential schools.  “It really is questionable to see whether the deniers really believe that or they just want to go through the process of assimilation and forget about the First Nations and Inuit,” he said. “It is unbelievable to see that there’s…

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Coroner’s inquest into death of man in Kenora, Ont., explores support for Indigenous inmates

WARNING: This story contains references to suicide. Resources can be found below.  Percy Adam Henry was a rambunctious child who grew up to be a selfless, caring father of two boys, his family told those at the coroner’s inquest exploring the circumstances surrounding his death. Henry was a member of Wabaseemoong Independent Nations who grew…

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