MMIW Inquiry

• OPP make arrest in 50 year old cold case murder in Attawapiskat

  Police say an investigation into Helen Carpenter's death in Attawapiskat was renewed in late 2019 after a national inquiry into MMIWG published its final report.

  Crime

  Oct 27, 2023
  
• Stakes high for Indigenous women still waiting for action after MMIWG inquiry

  Indigenous women are at greater risk of violence, despite decades of reports aimed at addressing the structural forces underpinning that violence.

  Canada

  Dec 9, 2019
  
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• ‘It’s about time’: Ottawa’s Indigenous Theatre prepares to launch first season

  The National Arts Centre says Indigenous Theatre is the first of its kind in the world, meaning they will lead by example.

  Entertainment

  Sep 3, 2019
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• Inquiry report on missing, murdered Indigenous women to be released in June

  A much-anticipated report on missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls is set to be released to the public in June.

  Canada

  Apr 10, 2019
• Marchers take to Lethbridge streets to demand action on equality, gender issues

  On Saturday, crowds gathered in Lethbridge to show their support and demand advancement for equality and justice for women, while also showing support for gender equality and the LGBTQ community.

  Canada

  Jan 19, 2019
• ‘I’m sorry’: RCMP pledges at MMIW inquiry to do better on Indigenous issues

  The head of the RCMP apologized to the families of missing and murdered Indigenous women Monday while pledging improved relations with Aboriginal communities.

  Canada

  Jun 25, 2018
• Saskatoon MMIW support group critical of inquiry extension

  While many are happy an extension has been granted, there is concern over the timeline and costs involved.

  Canada

  Jun 5, 2018
• MMIW commissioners slam decision to grant shortened extension

  The federal government is giving the inquiry until to April 30, 2019, to complete its work and submit its final report. The inquiry wanted a longer extension.

  Canada

  Jun 5, 2018
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• MMIW poetry book pulled after criticism from Loretta Saunders’ family

  "But our issue is with Webb-Campbell claiming to be honouring my sister with a very disturbing poem that we did not approve of."

  Canada

  Apr 13, 2018
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• Women working in Vancouver sex trade were seen as ‘disposable,’ inquiry hears

  A Vancouver sex-trade activist recounted the justice system's failure to protect women who were killed or have disappeared as posters of missing persons were shown on screens Wednesday at a national inquiry.

  Apr 4, 2018