Silent No More: Virtual Tour of the Former Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School

In partnership with the Woodland Cultural Centre, the Canadian Race Relations Foundation is pleased to offer Silent No More—an impactful virtual experience designed to encourage awareness, education and reflection on the legacy of ​Indian ​residential schools in Canada.

Join us for the guided virtual tour of the Former Mohawk Institute – one of Canada’s longest-operating ​Indian ​residential schools.

Please note that this workshop will not be recorded.

This experience takes participants through the 140-year history of the Mohawk Institute, offering insight into the realities of life within the institution. Viewers will explore key spaces throughout the building, including the boys’ and girls’ dormitories, cafeteria, laundry room, and other areas, while gaining a deeper understanding of the lived experiences of the children who attended. Created in collaboration with Thru the Reddoor, the tour is led by a guide and features reflections and interviews with five Survivors of the Mohawk Institute. Their voices bring depth, truth, and a lived experience perspective to the history shared throughout the tour.

Established in 1972 following the closure of the Mohawk Institute, the Woodland Cultural Centre continues to play a meaningful role in preserving and promoting Indigenous history, art, language, and culture. Through this partnership, the Canadian Race Relations Foundation and Woodland Cultural Centre aim to support learning and engagement with the history and ongoing impacts of ​Indian ​residential schools.