Residential school compensation deadline: September 19, 2011

Aboriginal people who were forced to attend residential schools have until the end of Monday September 19 to apply for a Common Experience Payment, the federal government’s $10,000 compensation for what they endured.

No extension will be given beyond September 19th.

The compensation provided under the Indian Residential Schools Agreement (IRSSA) seeks to promote reconciliation with the Aboriginal community. It is the largest class action settlement in Canadian history and includes payment to any people who formerly resided at a recognized residential school.