Hupacasath First Nation plans to conduct surveys and map any remaining artifacts and burials on the grounds of the former Gill Elementary, which closed in 2015
The Hupacasath First Nation is taking ownership of the closed Gill Elementary School in Port Alberni, where it plans to carry out ground surveys and mapping for historic burial sites and artifacts.
“Our members were clearly upset that our burial grounds were being disturbed, however, we were thankful that the remains were returned.” Regaining the land is significant for the nation because it was part of its village for more than 6,000 years, Lauder said.
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