As I stood in Maskwacis, Alberta, witnessing Pope Francis arrive to deliver his much-awaited apology to the Indigenous peoples of Canada on their lands, I was cut to the heart. Two things struck me simultaneously. First, the suffering, pain, and intergenerational trauma that has wreaked havoc on Indigenous communities and families. Second, the humility, courage, ...read more

Read the full text of Pope Francis' address to the Indigenous delegates from Canada on the final day of their delegation to the Holy See. ...read more

Read the full text of Pope Francis' address to the Indigenous delegates from Canada on the final day of their delegation to the Holy See. ...read more

Indigenous peoples are among the greatest gifts in Canada. Walking forward with them must be among our highest priorities as a Church and as a country. ...read more

Read this statement from the CCCB announcing the departure for Rome of a delegation of 32 Indigenous representatives who will meet with Pope Francis. ...read more

Check out these resources for a better understanding of the issues that the Indigenous delegation from Canada will discuss with Pope Francis in Rome. ...read more