The recent events in Kamloops have left many of us feeling deeply saddened and unsettled.
Seeing a group gathered in symbols and imagery associated with white supremacy, on the grounds of the former residential school—a place where Indigenous children were taken, harmed, and buried—is deeply painful. It brings forward wounds and grief that Indigenous families and communities have carried for generations.
At Archway Society for Domestic Peace, we want our Indigenous sisters, brothers, and relations to know that we see you, we honour you, and we stand with you.
We recognize the strength and courage of survivors, families, Nations, and communities who continue to carry and confront this history while facing ongoing harm.
Our solidarity comes from a place of compassion, connection, and care. We believe healing begins when we are willing to listen, face painful truths, and stand beside one another—not only when it is easy, but when it matters most.
Standing in solidarity also means being willing to learn. For those who want to better understand the history of residential schools, the experiences of survivors, and the ongoing impacts on Indigenous communities, we’ve gathered resources below. We invite you to take time to listen, learn, and reflect.
We stand with the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc community. We stand with Indigenous peoples across this land. And we stand for a future where racism, hatred, and acts that reopen these wounds have no place.
Resources for learning and reflection:
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada — Executive Summary
Assembly of First Nations — Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls — Final Report