Quill art unveilled at Halifax high school [Video]

A symbol for truth and reconciliation was unveiled Wednesday in Halifax.

It was part of a project three years in the making at Halifax West High School. The permanent land acknowledgement was created by quill artist Melissa Peter-Paul.

“That represented our land and our people and everyone that lives here, so it’s a beautiful symbol of all that together,” said Peter-Paul.

The sign was installed next to the front doors of the school.

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“As students, staff and community members enter our building, it’s an opportunity for us to reflect and know that we are all treaty people,” said Halifax West principal Lee Anne Amaral.

This project was made possible through a ReconciliAction Grant.

“It’s important for us all to do our part to acknowledge the land that we are on and to provide opportunities for students, staff and community to learn,” said Wendy Lawrence, …