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“This institution (court building) reminds me of a residential school…”

Updated: Jul 19, 2023

Trigger warning

The story you are about to hear contains distressing details may cause emotional discomfort. Please take a moment to breathe and stop reading if you are unable to continue. If you need immediate support, please call the Klinic Crisis Line at 1-888-322-3019.

 


Attending court proceedings is retraumatizing for families as they come face-to-face with the person who took the life of their loved one. Candace House is here to walk with families during this time, providing wrap-around care, support, and refuge.


Betty Ross is an Elder from Cross Lake First Nation. She shared with Candace House what it was like to attend court proceedings following the criminal loss of her brother.


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Because of donations from our community, Candace House is here to walk with families during this time, providing wrap-around care, support, and refuge.


Thank you for your support.

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