Memorial Service Held for Murray Sinclair

A national commemorative ceremony is being held in Winnipeg for Murray Sinclair, the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, who passed away at the age of 73. Sinclair's leadership in hearing testimonies from residential school survivors culminated in a significant report with 94 calls to action. Prominent figures, including Governor General Mary Simon and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, are expected to speak at the event, which marks the first national memorial for an Indigenous person. Sinclair's family described him as a 'beacon of integrity and compassion' and emphasized his lifelong commitment to human rights and justice for Indigenous peoples. The ceremony was attended by many, including Phyllis Webstad, who highlighted the importance of Sinclair's contributions to reconciliation. Donations in his memory are being accepted to support The Murray Sinclair Memorial Fund at The Winnipeg Foundation.