George Gordon First Nation released the findings of its search for unmarked graves near the site of a former residential school on Friday.
During the surveying, eight anomalies consistent in size, shape, and pattern of graves or burials were discovered.
The unmarked graves were found in one of two zones which will require further investigation.
They are in Zone D, the area known as the old school where the George Gordon Residential School was.
George Gordon First Nation Chief Shawn Longman said it’s important to uncover the truth especially with Truth and Reconciliation Day coming up.
“A lot of times, people don’t believe until they actually see results. And that’s why it’s important for us to get this information out. And, when you take a look at the history of Canada, and even the agreements that have been made originally, the treaty agreements and then those other agreements that come …