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The Story of a National Crime
Peter Henderson Bryce was a medical doctor, civil servant and public health expert. In 1907, after surveying 35 residential schools, he submitted a report to the Department of Indian Affairs detailing clear connections between Residential Schools, tuberculosis and high student mortality rates. His recommendations fell on deaf ears and would not be revealed publicly until he was forced to retire. Fifteen years after his initial report, he published an 18-page “appeal for justice”—a pamphlet containing his findings and recommendations, and condemning the government’s lack of action to address illness and death in the Residential School System and First Nation communities. Indigenous peoples continued to experience disproportionate impacts of tuberculosis for years to come. Eventual federal intervention involved a confusing web of enforced medical care leaving Survivors and patients’ families to seek answers and closure.
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Legacy of Hope Foundation Mourns the Passing of Dr. Cathy Martin
Legacy of Hope Foundation Mourns the Passing of Dr. Cathy Martin (Ottawa, ON) – November 12, 2025 – It is with profound sadness that we mourn the sudden passing of Dr. Cathy Martin. Dr. Martin was a revered matriarch and community leader whose lifelong dedication to advancing the rights and well-being of Indigenous Peoples has left a lasting impact for future generations. She was a true trailblazer and a fierce defender of Mi’gmaq rights, a champion for education and a compassionate mentor who believed that nobody should be left behind. Throughout her life, she made extraordinary contributions to leadership, education and community well-being. She served as an elected Councillor in her community, Listuguj Mi’gmaq First Nation for over 20 years and earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Dr. Martin ran for the role of Chief and National Chief because she wanted to ensure that the rights of our people were always advanced and protected. She was a notably respected Speech-Language Pathologist, educator and author. She was always working to uplift her community and promote Mi’gmaq values, inspiring generations to walk proudly in their identity. The lasting impact of her work is reflected in her deep compassion and commitment to improving the lives of others. Dr. Martin will be remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend whose love, wisdom and strength touched everyone who knew her. Her family was the heart of her world, she loved
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Since 2000, we have worked with Survivors, Indigenous communities, researchers, curators, and educators to develop educational resources to increase public awareness and knowledge of the history and effects of the Residential School System and the ongoing experiences Indigenous Peoples continue to face. Our projects include mobile exhibitions, websites, applications, publications, and several bilingual curriculums, including a program called Generations Lost–The Residential School System in Canada.
The Mindful Maple Leaf
The Mindful Maple Leaf™ Pocket Stone is the ultimate gift for people who appreciate extraordinary craftsmanship, unique hand-crafted art, and the opportunity to support Canadian artisans and communities.
This enchanting hand-carved Canadian Mindful Maple Leaf™ Pocket Stone is the perfect reminder to take time to be in the moment. Nestled in the palm of your hand, you will be mesmerized by the magical labradorescence likeness of the Northern Lights granting you time to focus on positive thoughts and intentions.
SimpliCanada has developed a distinctly Indigenous artisanal collaboration project that will support Residential School Survivors through the Legacy of Hope Foundation. Each Mindful Maple Leaf is a uniquely carved labradorite pocket-stone produced at a Nunatsiavut-based workshop that adheres to the Indigenous principles of artists and crafts people.
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