Legacy of Hope Foundation Brings Residential School History to Bruce County Museum

Beginning September 15, 2025, the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre presents Legacy of Hope Foundation: A National Crime – The Residential School System, Local Saugeen Ojibway Nation Impacts. This powerful exhibition sheds light on the devastating impacts of seven generations attending Residential Schools across Canada and shares stories of local impact.

Developed in partnership with the Legacy of Hope Foundation, Saugeen First Nation, and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, the exhibition includes historical photographs, archival documents, and personal accounts illustrating the systemic injustices inflicted upon Indigenous children, families, and communities through the Residential School System. Survivors and their families continue to experience the impacts of these institutions today. A National Crime encourages visitors to reflect on the past and engage with knowledge and resources to consider their role in contributing to Reconciliation today.

Complementing the exhibition, the Museum will host a series of free Community Conversations throughout October and November. Community members from the Chippewas of Saugeen and Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation will share insights about the exhibition and deeper awareness of local experiences. These events will bring together Indigenous and non-Indigenous voices and perspectives, while fostering dialogue on the ongoing impacts of the Residential School System.

The presentation of Legacy of Hope: A National Crime – The Residential School System, Local Saugeen Ojibway Nation Impacts is possible thanks to the proud support of Enbridge and is on view from September 15 to November 30, 2025.

For more information about the exhibit as well as the Community Conversations schedule and registration, visit brucemuseum.ca.

About the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre

The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre is situated within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON). We offer adult and children’s programming, exhibitions, special events, and are home to the Bruce County Archives & Research Room. Our mandate is to preserve and make available the documentary heritage of Bruce County.

About Enbridge Inc. 

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About the Legacy of Hope Foundation 

The Legacy of Hope Foundation (LHF) is a national, Indigenous-led, charitable organization that has been working to promote healing and Reconciliation in Canada for over 25 years. Our purpose is to foster empathy and understanding and inspire positive action by educating Canadians about the history and ongoing impacts of the Residential School and Day School Systems, and subsequent Sixties Scoop, and other negative legislation.  LHF also works with Survivors to create projects such as Cultural Reclamation and Revitalization Workshops that support the well-being and empowerment of Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) Survivors, their families, and communities. The LHF offers 30 exhibitions, K-12 curricula, 2 podcast series, and other educational resources to promote equity and allyship. LHF also does Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Training for Governments, businesses, organizations, etc.