Join us for a powerful screening about the resilience of spirit.

This stunning documentary by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie is a tribute to the resilience of Indigenous people, offering a profound cinematic portrait of community and justice during a time of international reckoning.

Don’t miss this important and moving film. All staff are welcome.

• Thursday, March 20 – Notre Dame Campus, Orange Lecture Theatre, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

This free staff event is hosted by the Truth & Reconciliation team, light snacks and beverages will be provided. Doors will open at 1:00 PM to get refreshments before the screening.

To register, go to HRIS > My Portal > My Learning > Learning Library > More > search SUGARCANE.

If you have any barriers to participation in this session that require accessible accommodations, please contact orgdev@rrc.ca.

About SUGARCANE

In 2021, evidence of unmarked graves was discovered on the grounds of an Indian residential school run by the Catholic Church in Canada. After years of silence, the forced separation, assimilation and abuse many children experienced at these segregated boarding schools was brought to light, sparking a national outcry against a system designed to destroy Indigenous communities.

Set amidst a groundbreaking investigation, SUGARCANE illuminates the beauty of a community breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma and finding the strength to persevere.

As this may be an emotional experience, an Elder will be in attendance to provide support as needed. It is recommended that you afford yourself space to reflect afterwards and if you need additional support, please access our Employee and Family Assistance Program.

The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.