Truth, Hope, and Understanding

A public forum about the legacy of Canada’s residential schools and their lasting effects on First Nations survivors, their families, and Canadians as a way to promote reconciliation for future generations. Presented in association with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s production of Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation, coming to Vancouver April 7-9, 2016.

Hosted by CBC’s Andrew Chang, the forum will include a presentation by Tyrone McNeil, president of the First Nations Education Steering Committee, and traditional First Nations storytelling, coupled with a Q&A with Royal Winnipeg Ballet Principal Dancer Sophia Lee.

 

Information

Date: Wednesday, March 9, 7:00 – 8:30pm
Location: Alice MacKay Room, Lower Level – Central Library, 350 West Georgia St.
Price: Free! Popular. Come early.