Remembering survivors and all those who never returned from residential schools. June 2021.
Remembering survivors and all those who never returned from residential schools. June 2021.
Remembering survivors and all those who never returned from residential schools. June 2021.
Zachary MacDonald (left), Jace Devos (right) and Jules Devos (not pictured) designed and created this memorial plaque that now stands in the field of trees beside the Red Oak planted as a symbol of hope. The boys' company is called Sawsy Squirrel Creations.
The Roots of Hope.
Remembering survivors and all those who never returned from residential schools. June 2021.
Remembering survivors and all those who never returned from residential schools. June 2021.
From about 1863 to 1998, more than 150,000 indigenous children were taken from their families and placed in Residential Schools. The children were often not allowed to speak their language or to practice their culture, and many were mistreated and abused. For those who will never return home, may their memory live on forever. E'tasiw Mijua'ji'j Mekite'tasit - Every Child Matters 2021
We've planted hundreds of trees!
Thanks to our partner @Tree-Canada! Volunteers have been hard at work planting Acadian trees and shrubs in the fields on the south side of Wright's Creek. The newly forested land will help protect the Creek from erosion, and serve as shelter for birds and other animals.
Just some of the lovelies now in the ground!
Thanks to everyone who joined the planting team!
Magical!
Diversity of species is key to sustainable forests.
Red Oak
White Ash
Serviceberry Fruit
Staghorn Sumac
Sugar Maple Canopy
Red Osier Dogwood
Eastern White Cedar
Special thanks to J.F Gaudet Nursery.
Field of Trees Location (2)
Go along Acadian Drive to dead end.
Start following the trail at the Blue garbage can.
Location (1) is further up straight along the trail.
Location (2) take first left on trail around the bend.
Field is on your right.