About The Reclamation And Healing Department
Mandated by NAN Chiefs-In-Assembly to provide support and capacity to survivors, their families, and communities within the NAN territory in response to Indian Residential Schools and Day Schools. The Reclamation and Healing department looks to address the lasting impacts and legacy in a way that fosters healing and a way forward, while advancing initiatives that support reclamation, reconciliation and repatriation.
Vision
Healing the generations.
Mission
To provide engagement, support and capacity to survivors, their families and communities within the NAN territory in response to Indian Residential Schools and Day Schools and the lasting impacts and legacy in a way that fosters healing and a way forward, while advancing initiatives that support reclamation and reconciliation.
What We're Doing
The Reclamation and Healing Department will work with communities and Tribal Councils to support Survivor-Led initiatives under the guidance and direction of the Survivors and Family Empowerment (SAFE) Council. This includes providing:
Technical Support
Assisting communities and initiatives on searches of former IRS sites
Health Support/Cultural Support
Help survivors access and navigate services
Education and Awareness
Raising awareness through advocacy and increasing education regarding the truth of residential schools in Canada
Join Us
Currently looking for: Administrative Health Support Official
For more information, contact us here