Examines the fissure in the relationship between Canada and its Indigenous people as a result of the Residential Schools system. Explores the historical and current impact of this system, and highlights how lack of understanding and awareness hinders healing as survivors and their families move forward in repairing the relationship between themselves and their country. Includes a list of Residential Schools, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

Includes index.

Welcome to the journey -- Honesty : where have we come from? -- Love : where do we stand today? -- Kindness and reciprocity : where do we go from here?