Murray Sinclair, Truth and Reconciliation Commission chair, dies at 73 [Video]

WINNIPEG –

Murray Sinclair, who was born when Indigenous people did not yet have the right to vote, grew up to become one of the most decorated and influential people to work in Indigenous justice and advocacy.

A former judge and senator, one of Sinclair’s biggest roles was chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into residential schools.

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The father of five died peacefully Monday morning in a Winnipeg hospital, said a statement from his family.

He was 73.

“Mazina Giizhik (the One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky) committed his life in service to the people: creating change, revealing truth, and leading with fairness throughout his career,” said the statement, noting his traditional Anishinaabe name.

Tributes came in from across the country, including from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

“He challenged us to confront the darkest parts of our …