Based on Moment of Reckoning — Turning the Page on a Dark Chapter… Based on Moment of Reckoning — Turning the Page on a Dark Chapter of

Based on Moment of Reckoning — Turning the Page on a Dark Chapter… Based on Moment of Reckoning — Turning the Page on a Dark Chapter of Our Shared History – YouTube1. In “Moment of Reckoning—Turning the Page on a Dark Chapter of Our Shared History,” how many children were affected by forced attendance at residential schools for more than 100 years? Why do you think it took the survivors like Chief Phil Fontaine so long before they could talk openly about it? 2. In what way might the legacy of residential schools still cast a “dark shadow” over Canada today? Describe at least 2 ways that indigenous Peoples today who did NOT attend residential schools might be affected by the intergenerational effects of their parents and extended family members attending residential schools? 3. Former AFN Chief Shawn Atleo says that people must also learn about the myths, stereotypes, misunderstanding, and the gaps in real information about what was happening in residential schools. What might be an example of misinformation that contributed to residential school abuse continuing for more than 100 years, and do you agree that this information is important?  4. When did Canada implement the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement, and what was the goal of this settlement? Which of the options provided by the government do you think is most important and why? 5. How much was set aside for the Common Experience Payment (CEP) and how many survivors accepted this compensation? What does Chief Atleo say the financial compensation represents to survivors? 6. Do you agree with Chief Atleo that it was a difficult process took courage for survivors to tell their stories? Can you think of abuse survivors who have come forward in hockey? Explain why you would or would not share your story if you were a survivor. 7. In what year did Prime Minister Harper formally apologize on behalf of the government of for its role in the Residential Schools? Describe the response of Aboriginal Peoples to the apology on Parliament Hill.  8. Why do both former AFN Chief Fontaine and Dr. Marie Wilson say this is not just an Indigenous issue but a Canadian issue? Explain why you agree or disagree with this statement. 9. What one-time Personal Credit for educational programs do individuals receive under the Common Experience Payment (CEP), and how can it be used? Explain why you agree or disagree with this special education-designated compensation amount and how it is being used. 10. Do you agree with Chief Atleo that education promotes healing? Explain what this education credit might mean to you, if you were a survivor Political Science Social Science Government INDG 107 Share QuestionEmailCopy link