Sinclair frames the book around four central questions. Which of these resonated most with you, and why?
How does Sinclair’s personal journey—from his upbringing to his role in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission—shape your understanding of Canada’s history?
The memoir blends storytelling with political reflection. How does this structure affect your engagement with the material?
Sinclair often discusses the loneliness of being “the only person in the room.” How does this theme of isolation and resilience appear throughout his life?
What role does intergenerational trauma play in the narrative? How does Sinclair address healing and hope?
How did Sinclair’s Catholic upbringing and his grandmother’s influence shape his values and decisions?
What did you learn about the residential school system that you didn’t know before? How did those revelations affect you?
Sinclair emphasizes education as a key to reconciliation. What changes do you think are necessary in Canada’s education system today?
Were there moments in the book that challenged your assumptions or made you reflect differently on Canadian identity?If you