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Death claimed the children: How historic documents could aid search for those lost to residential schools

School narratives in new IJF database among countless documents that may provide important information

Chantelle Bellrichard
Chantelle Bellrichard

2 Apr 2025 • 6 min read

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Clarence Pennier wears a blue coat with a dark-coloured lining underneath. He has short grey hair and glasses, and squints in the bright sun.
Stó:lō Nation Grand Chief Clarence 'Kat' Pennier attended St. Mary's residential school in Mission, B.C., for a decade. He's hoping to learn more about the children who died there. (Chantelle Bellrichard)

Chantelle Bellrichard
Chantelle Bellrichard

Chantelle Bellrichard is a Vancouver-based journalist with an interest in investigative stories. She spent nearly a decade at the CBC and has also worked with media outlets that include Gimlet Media, NBC and VICE News.

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