The Hague, 29 September 2023: As Canada marks the 10th anniversary of Orange Shirt Day and the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) reaffirms its commitment to Residential School Survivors and Indigenous communities in achieving justice and accountability for the missing children and unmarked burials associated with Canada’s Indian Residential Schools system.
ICMP Director-General Kathryne Bomberger said, “ICMP recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The ICMP Canada Program, like ICMP’s programs throughout the world, is focused on advancing truth, justice, and accountability. ICMP acknowledges the government of Canada’s efforts to address past injustices and urges the state to make reparations under its international human rights obligations.” Ms Bomberger continued: “To do this, we are actively reaching out to and listening to the experiences and the wishes of Survivors, Leadership, and Indigenous communities. We will be guided by their experience, and we…