YWCA Canada has issued an apology to Indigenous communities for its involvement in programs offered at residential schools and Indian hospitals supporting colonial ideologies and promoting policies of assimilation.
Thunder Bay, ON – This National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is a reminder that violence against women is pervasive and must be addressed. Today, as we remember and honour the 14 women who lost their lives at the Montréal École Polytechnique tragedy (Montreal Massacre) on December 6, 1989, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reflects on the ongoing crisis of violence against women.
A new safe space for Indigenous women, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people is set to open in Brandon, Manitoba.
A new home in downtown Brandon gives women 24/7 access to a safe space. Franny’s Place provides Indigenous women, two-spirit and gender-diverse people at risk of harm a community where they can heal.
*This story contains details about the MMIWG2S+ crisis. Please look after your spirit and read with care.
“Last year, I stood in this House to decry the lack of resources provided to Indigenous policing,” said Hughes. “UCCM Anishnaabe Police are doing all they can to find Juanita, but they need dedicated crime units to deal with increased human and drug trafficking.”
The Purple Ribbon Campaign officially starts on November 25 of each year (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and concludes on December 10 (World Human Rights Day). In addition to the flag raising, the Confederation Building will be lit purple at the commencement of the campaign. These efforts help raise awareness and change attitudes about gender-based violence in the province.
Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, we mark the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence—a global campaign to raise awareness and inspire action. For Inuit women, this issue is even more pressing due to the unique challenges we face, including limited access to services, infrastructure, and the isolation of our communities, all of which contribute to increased vulnerability and dependency on external support.