Since the news broke, CBC readers have reached out with questions about Canada's residential school system and its aftermath. The Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement (IRSSA) has recognized 139 residential schools across Canada. In 1931, at the peak of the residential school system, there were about 80 schools operating in the country. WATCH | Harper apologizes for residential schools in 2008:Prime minister apologizes for residential schools Archives 2:54 In Parliament, Prime Minister Stephen Harper delivers an apology to residential school survivors and all Indigenous Canadians. A national Indian Residential School Crisis Line has been set up to provide support for former students and those affected.

Source: CBC News June 04, 2021 07:52 UTC