Video: The story behind the story while reporting in Alberni

Reporting on racism in the city that you’re from isn’t easy. Wawmeesh Hamilton returned to his hometown of Port Alberni, B.C. — which is also where his parents attended residential school — for our #SmallTownReconciliation series. He reflects on his experience here.[end]

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