Discovery of Human Remains At Mohawk Institute in Brantford, Ontario
Since October 1, 2011, Archaeological surveys and test digs authorized by the elders of the Kanien'keha:ka Nation, have been conducted at the former Mohawk Institute Indian residential school. A test dig in a twenty square foot area on grounds adjoining the former Mohawk Institute have revealed a considerable number of bones, as well as buttons which have been confirmed to be part of the children's school uniforms.
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