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Who we are 
Catholics for Truth and Reconciliation developed as a Facebook group, and is comprised of approximately 2000 Catholics across Canada (as of July 8, 2021) who desire to engage in the work of truth and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. It is by no means a homogeneous group- there are many different perspectives and opinions held by group members. However, our common denominator is an acknowledgement of the profound damage caused by Catholic participation in Residential Schools for Indigenous Peoples across Canada and a desire to participate in healing that. There is much good work being done in dioceses across Canada, and we desire to come alongside our Bishops as a support to pre-existing initiatives and as instigators of new ones. 

About the organizing committee​

What we are doing
Through the Facebook group, we are encouraging conversation and action for members of the Catholic Church in Canada. This campaign aims at two things: raising funds for Indigenous-led organizations addressing reconciliation, and asking Catholics to commit to concrete actions in their lives to participate in the work of reconciliation and healing. 

This campaign is NOT meant to be a way for Catholics to offer a financial contribution and then absolve themselves of responsibility from the shameful legacy that we have inherited. It is exactly the opposite -- we urge all Catholics to take personal responsibility for participating in the healing work of Truth and Reconciliation. We desire to work alongside all Catholic individuals, religious orders, ministries, movements, clergy, and Bishops committed to Truth and Reconciliation.

Press Coverage

Winnipeg Free Press: Ordinary Catholics look to promote reconciliation (July 24, 2021)
OMNI Filipino News: Catholics for Truth and Reconciliation to help Indigenous communities (July 22, 2021)
BC Catholic: Catholics want to be part of the residential school solution (July 21, 2021)
Winnipeg Free Press: Grassroots Catholic funding drive toward reconciliation (July 14, 2021)
Catholic Register: Lay Catholic group launches appeal to aid reconciliation effort (July 14, 2021)