PM to apologize Nov. 24 for residential schools in Newfoundland and Labrador
ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — It was described as a “double dagger to the heart” when former residential school students from Newfoundland and Labrador were shut out of a national apology in 2008.
They’re to be included at last when the prime minister visits Labrador on Nov. 24, his office confirmed Friday.
Justin Trudeau will be in Goose Bay to offer an apology that will be crafted with input from those abused in the now defunct schools.
“The vast majority of our clients are just happy that finally they’re going to be recognized as having gone through the same trauma,” said Steven Cooper, a lawyer for several plaintiffs who sued for compensation.