Canadians remember Pope Francis for historic apology for residential schools
- Pope Francis died on Monday at age 88, as reported by the Vatican.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney praised Francis for his humility and moral leadership, emphasizing the impact of his 2022 apology to Indigenous peoples, which he called a crucial step towards reconciliation.
- Political leaders recognized Francis for his compassion, noting his impact on millions worldwide, including remarks from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.
- Indigenous people had mixed reactions to his apology, with some feeling it did not fully acknowledge the abuses that occurred in residential schools.
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'Man of compassion:' Indigenous leaders, residential school survivors on Pope Francis
It's been nearly three years since Pope Francis travelled to Canada to apologize for the Catholic Church's role in residential schools. But for some Indigenous survivors, memories of the historic day remain fresh in their minds.
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