Local Journalism Initiative
By Alexandra Mehl Port Alberni, BC - As the rain poured down on Sept. 25, Wally Samuel, Tom Watts, and Geraldine Edgar-Tom, residential school survivors, raised the bright orange flag of reconciliation to half mast in front of the Port Alberni City Hall. This is one of many flag raising ceremonies happening this week in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30. “I’m really proud to be part of this,” said Samuel. “I'm proud that people are listening and believing us an