IRSHDC
Dialogue series connects communities to UBC
Over the past year, the Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (RSHDC) has been involved in several community dialogues across British Columbia, in partnership with UBC’s Indigenous Research Support Initiative (IRSI).
Up close with Constance Brissenden
The Larry Loyie and Constance Brissenden Collection is the first collection of materials donated to the RSHDC. Learn more about this unique collection.
Pride and Camaraderie on display
The Centre’s new exhibition features archival images and stories from residential school Survivors around the theme of sport.
How to use the interactive wall: a guide to the technology at the Centre
Explore the interactive touchscreen wall to find records, learn about residential schools and listen to voices from across the country as individuals share their stories.
10 must-reads on residential schools, reconciliation and the experience of Indigenous peoples
Learn more about the experience of Indigenous people, truth and reconciliation and the legacy of residential schools.
Genocide is foundational to Canada: What are we going to do about it?
Professor David MacDonald, who recently spoke at the Centre about genocide and residential schools, recently authored an article in the Conversation about Canada’s history.
Residential School History and Dialogue Centre welcomes Dr. Tricia Logan
Dr. Tricia Logan has joined the Centre as the new head of Research and Engagement.
Genocide, Residential Schools and the Challenge of [Re]Conciliation: Dialogue and Panel Discussion
Join us for a panel discussion with light food and refreshments.
Saskatoon StarPhoenix: Years of listening to residential school survivors taught Eleanore Sunchild not to fear the truth
Cree Laywer, Eleanore Sunchild, reflects on her experiences of documenting survivors stories of sexual-assault and turmoil at the hand of government-run institutions.
Cision: Government of Canada, with First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nation leaders, announce co-developed legislation will be introduced on Indigenous child and family services in early 2019
Indigenous Services Minister Jane Philpott speaks about new federal legislation on Indigenous child and family services. This announcement is the result of intensive engagements from this year which focused on reducing the number of Indigenous children in care.