The Aljazeera television network out of Qatar has taken an interest in the Indian Residential School issue.

An Aljazeera crew filmed a documentary on the subject at Long Plain First Nation's Indian Residential School Museum.

Chief Dennis Meeches notes the process began about three weeks ago, when the network contacted them. He's uncertain exactly how Aljazeera found out about residential schools.

Meeches thinks it's significant to have an international network interested in the residential school issue. He says it means exposure to a world-wide audience.

Meeches also feels it's an opportunity to gain support for the museum.