Wicêhtowin Youville Project – Honouring Truth, Healing, and Connection

This conference offers a meaningful and immersive experience for anyone wishing to engage in reconciliation, particularly those interested in learning about the research, location, and documentation of burial sites connected to the former Youville Residential School. Through participation, attendees will gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural and spiritual importance of memorializing the children who died and honoring the return of those being brought home.

Building on the understanding, rooted in Youville’s history, it will highlight survivor experiences, local history, community led initiatives, and key note speakers and presentations that further amplify survivor voices and experiences from other communities. It provides a reflective space to foster reconciliation in line with TRC Calls to Action 74-76.

The Purpose of the Project

The Wicêhtowin Youville Project exists to:

● Uncover Truths: Document and honour the stories of Survivors, families, and Nations

affected by the Youville Residential School.

● Engage Community: Create safe spaces for dialogue, remembrance, and reconciliation

in the St. Albert region.

● Preserve History: Conduct culturally grounded research and ensure findings are

accessible for future generations.

● Foster Healing: Support Survivors, families, and communities through ceremonies,

gatherings, and shared learning.

Content Warning & Support Resources

This page contains information that may be distressing.If you need support, please contact:

● Residential School Survivors and Family Crisis Line: 1-800-721-0066

● National Indian Residential School Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419

Connection to the Bringing the Children Home Conference

The Bringing the Children Home: Healing, Hope & Family Connections Conference is part of the ongoing work of Wicêhtowin Youville.

Hosted by St. Albert Métis District 11, the conference brings together Survivors, families, and community members for healing, storytelling, and remembrance — honouring those who were lost and celebrating the strength of those who carry the truth forward.

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