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Speaking Our Truth

A Journey of Reconciliation

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Pub Date Sep 19 2017 | Archive Date Jan 15 2018

Children's Nonfiction

Description

Canada's relationship with its Indigenous people has suffered as a result of both the residential school system and the lack of understanding of the historical and current impact of those schools. Healing and repairing that relationship requires education, awareness and increased understanding of the legacy and the impacts still being felt by Survivors and their families. Guided by acclaimed Indigenous author Monique Gray Smith, readers will learn about the lives of Survivors and listen to allies who are putting the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into action.

Canada's relationship with its Indigenous people has suffered as a result of both the residential school system and the lack of understanding of the historical and current impact of those schools...

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Advance Praise

"Smith's book is an effort that returns, offering diverse voices that invite the world into the reconciliation experience. Absolutely necessary." Kirkus Reviews

"The author supports all her assertions with documentation; the cumulative effect is unquestionable authentic and respectful...As a package, the book offers a perfect framework for readers actively exploring Indigenous history and current issues. Welcoming, honest, and down to earth, Speaking Our Truth is the tool many Canadians have been waiting for." Quill & Quire

"Smith's book is an effort that returns, offering diverse voices that invite the world into the reconciliation experience. Absolutely necessary." Kirkus Reviews

"The author supports all her assertions...

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ISBN 9781459815834
PRICE CA$29.95 (CAD)
PAGES 160

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