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Statement Regarding the Government of Canada and Survivors of Newfoundland and Labrador Residential Schools Class Action Settlement - Canada News Centre

11.5.16

Statement Regarding the Government of Canada and Survivors of Newfoundland and Labrador Residential Schools Class Action Settlement - Canada News Centre: Ottawa, Ontario (May 10, 2016) — Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, and Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, made the following statement:

“Today, the Government of Canada and survivors of five Newfoundland and Labrador residential schools have reached an agreement on the proposed settlement of the Newfoundland and Labrador class actions.

The Government of Canada is committed to moving past this sad and terrible chapter in our history, and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in Canada, through a renewed relationship, and by working to bring healing and closure to the survivors of these schools.

The proposed settlement was presented before the Court today. From now until September, former students will have an opportunity to review the proposed settlement and provide their comments to the Court. At that time, the Court will make a decision on the settlement.


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