Penelakut: Returning to the Healing Circle

Hosted by the M'akola Housing Society, this event features the powerful documentary Penelakut: Return to the Healing Circle. The film captures the filmmaker’s return to Penelakut Island, 25 years after documenting abuse at Kuper Island Indian Residential School, offering a deeply moving reflection on the enduring impacts of residential schools on Indigenous communities.

Attendees will have the chance to engage in a Q&A session following the screening, providing a platform for discussion, understanding, and connection. The event encourages collective reflection, honoring the stories of those affected by colonization and supporting the path toward healing.

This event is a unique chance for visitors to Vancouver Island to connect with local Indigenous history and culture in a meaningful, respectful way. Whether you are passionate about truth and reconciliation, interested in film, or seeking to understand the ongoing effects of residential schools, Penelakut: Returning to the Healing Circle offers an unforgettable and enlightening experience.