Indian Residential School Survivors Conference planned for Winnipeg
Indian Residential School Survivors
National Conference & Workshop
April 30, May 1&2, 2007
WINNIPEG Convention Centre
The Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) is in the process of final approvals. This has paved the way for preparing survivors and communities to move forward. The next phase of the process is the "OPT-OUT Period" of 150 days, during which survivors will have the option of including or excluding themselves from the settlement. it is anticipated that implementation of payment will take place in late 2007, depending on the number of individuals who decide to receive the Settlement. This flow of money into our Aboriginal communities will have both positive and negative effects.
Positive Effects:
- Economic Development
- Individual and Community Investments
- Improved Quality of Life
- Will and Estates
- Elder Support
Negative Effects:
- Elder Abuse
- Family Violence
- Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Issues
- Fraud
- Conflict within communities
The Settlement Agreement Community Impacts Working Group (CIWG) has been created to coordinate and support efforts across Canada to minimize the negative effects and maximize the positive effects of the Settlement Agreement. Membership includes representatives from several Federal Government Departments, national Aboriginal organizations, and other stakeholders who are responsible for programs such as the IRS Reconciliation Health Support Programs.
Please join us for this three-day educational Workshop and Conference that will provide the tools to help effectively deal with the financial, social, personal, family and economic aspects related to the Settlement.
Click here for a copy of the conference poster and FAX REGISTRATION form (PDF copy of the faxed information)