Public Memorial for Murray Sinclair, Who Led the Truth and Reconciliation Commission

Murray Sinclair, a former judge, senator and chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, stands in the ballroom at Rideau Hall after being invested as a companion of the Order of Canada and receiving a Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division), in Ottawa, on May 26, 2022. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang

A national commemorative ceremony is being held today in honour of Murray Sinclair, a former judge, senator and chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into residential schools.

Gov. Gen Mary Simon and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to deliver remarks at the service being held at Canada Life Centre, the home arena of the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets.