by Becky Chisholm, Manager, Communications & Media Relations, CBU

Catherine Arseneau views exhibit with Grand Chief Ben Silliboy and Elder Albert Marshall.

Catherine Arseneau views exhibit with Grand Chief Ben Silliboy and Elder Albert Marshall.

The CBU Art Gallery in partnership with Unama’ki College is showcasing British Columbia First Nations artist Carey Newman’s historic monument honouring residential school survivors, The Witness Blanket – on display until October 16, 2015.

“I created this piece with the vision that it would reflect the strength of my people and it is my hope that everyone who stands witness of this piece will be affected in some way. This blanket is meant to bear eternal witness to this important part of Canadian history. It is also meant to create awareness and encou ...

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