Starting today at Fisher Island, families of those affected by the McKay Residential School will gather, because the Ministikok project is underway.

 

The Ministikok Project has been funded to find answers, search for those who went missing, and learn about the school and the people who attended.

 

They are investigating unmarked graves at the McKay Indian Residential School site and talking to those with insight.

 

The school ran from 1912 to 1932.

 

Joe Partridge said he had family that attended the school, but not much was ever discussed regarding their time spent there.

 

That's why they will contact community members for statements and record videos to learn more about people's experiences at the school.

 

The project team recently found what they believe to be the only living survivor of the school.

 

Starting today, birch bark basket making will take place.

 

On Thursday, tipi and medicine teachings and a performance of Bear Grease will take place.