CLEAN : Canada mourns 215 children after remains found at indigenous school

The video discusses the cognitive dissonance experienced by individuals and communities, particularly in the context of First Nations' awareness of mass graves at residential schools. Despite years of warnings to the government, these graves were ignored until recently. The discovery of these graves has helped communities mourn, though the pain remains. Elders share stories with the youth about witnessing deaths, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in processing trauma.

What does the speaker describe as a challenge in reconciling past experiences?

• Cognitive dissonance

• Financial difficulties

• Lack of education

• Cultural differences

What did the First Nations community know about residential schools?

• They were well-maintained

• They had mass graves

• They were government-funded

• They provided quality education

How did the government respond to the claims about mass graves?

• They immediately investigated

• They provided compensation

• They ignored the claims

• They denied the existence of graves

What role do elders play in the community's mourning process?

• They organize protests

• They share stories and firsthand accounts

• They provide financial support

• They conduct religious ceremonies

What is a significant aspect of the community's mourning process?

• Building new schools

• Creating art installations

• Storytelling and remembering the deceased

• Holding annual festivals