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B.C.’s ombudsperson says apology later this year will be a ‘momentous step’
VICTORIA — Children taken from their homes 70 years ago due largely to the religious beliefs of their parents will soon receive a formal apology from British Columbia's government, but their quest for compensation remains uncertain, says the province
Jay Chalke says in a report that he’s relieved the government has committed to an apology this fall, calling it a ‘momentous’ step toward justice
B.C.’s ombudsperson says apology later this year will be a ‘momentous step’