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Chapter
Truth and Reconciliation
Investigate the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and its role in helping individuals and the nation overcome the historical injustice and trauma of the Indian Residential Schools system.
Subject
- Social Studies
Grade
6–12Language
English — CAPublished
Updated
This resource is intended for educators in Canada who are teaching in English.
Overview
About This Chapter
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada is one of several tools in the process of transitional justice. In this chapter, we will consider what role a truth and reconciliation commission can play in helping a nation, individuals, and groups heal from past trauma.
Inside this Chapter
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