The Gwich’in Tribal Council, the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun, the Government of Yukon and Parks Canada, are moving ahead into negotiations for a proposed new national park in the Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) Watershed.
This commemoration is an important part of the Government of Canada’s response to Call to Action 79 in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report.
The Government of Canada and Long Plain First Nation recognize the national historic significance of the Former Portage La Prairie Indian Residential School.