Books & Audiobooks
We’re proud to support the City of Waterloo Museum as they showcase two powerful new exhibitions presented in collaboration with the Legacy of Hope Foundation. Killing the Indian in the Child: Generations Lost and Bi-Giwen: Coming Home – Truth-Telling from the Sixties Scoop examine the lasting impacts of the Residential School system and the Sixties Scoop, amplifying Indigenous voices and stories of resilience. These exhibitions offer an opportunity to reflect on Canada’s history and the ongoing journey toward Reconciliation.
As part of our support, we’ve curated a selection of books on display at the City of Waterloo Museum, offering visitors a chance to further explore Indigenous histories and experiences. We will also have book displays rotating through our library locations to help deepen the conversation and encourage ongoing learning. Whether you visit the City of Waterloo Museum or stop by your local library, we invite you to engage with these important stories and resources as we work together to foster understanding and awareness in our community.
For more information, visit the City of Waterloo Museum website.
About the Exhibits
These exhibits are on display at the City of Waterloo Museum at Conestoga Mall (550 King S, North, Waterloo).
Killing the Indian in the Child Generations Lost
On until mid-April 2025
The exhibit examines the devastating legacy of Canada’s Residential School system, where over 150,000 Indigenous children were forcibly removed from their families and subjected to cultural erasure, neglect and abuse. This exhibition honours the survivors and their families, shedding light on their enduring strength, courage and commitment to preserving Indigenous languages, cultures and traditions.
Bi-Giwen: Coming Home – Truth-Telling from the Sixties Scoop
Mid-April to June 13, 2025
The exhibit brings to life the voices of 12 Indigenous survivors who share their personal stories of loss, displacement and resilience during the Sixties Scoop. This exhibit, developed with the National Indigenous Survivors of Child Welfare Network, offers an intimate perspective on a dark chapter in Canadian history while highlighting the journey toward healing.
Featured Works
Raised beadwork map of the Haldimand Tract
Bead the Tract
On until June 13, 2025
An extraordinary artistic representation of the Haldimand Tract created by Protect the Tract in collaboration with Haudenosaunee beadwork artists. This raised beadwork map celebrates the Haudenosaunee connection to the Grand River watershed and promotes Indigenous sovereignty and education.
Legacy of the Residental School Era
by Mohawk Artist Teyotsihstokwáthe (Dakota Brant)
On until June 13, 2025
An extraordinary artistic representation of the Haldimand Tract created by Protect the Tract in collaboration with Haudenosaunee beadwork artists. This raised beadwork map celebrates the Haudenosaunee connection to the Grand River watershed and promotes Indigenous sovereignty and education.
Graphic recording telling the story of Residential Schools