Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women

Comments on the fundamental human rights violations and physical and sexual violence experienced by Aboriginal girls.

Noted Métis artist discusses her involvement with the travelling exhibition of moccasin vamps which commemorate murdered and missing Indigenous women.

Article details the contents of an interview conducted by Devon A. Mihesuah with Denise and Deborah Maloney-Pictou, the daughters of Anna Mae Pictou-Aquash, an American Indian Movement (AIM) activist and a Mi'kmaq-Canadian who was found murdered in 1976 on the Pine Ridge Reservation. The has been much speculation surrounding her death and in relation to the 1972-73 Takeover of Wounded Knee, FBI/AIM involvement, and the imprisonment of Leonard Peltier.

Looks at how participants, institutions, and archives used certain values, facts, and historical events during the inquiry.

An introduction to the second edition dedicated to murder or missing Indigenous persons that focuses on law, prosecution, advocacy, and health care issues. Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 1.

An introduction to special issue that focuses on law enforcement and prevention-related issues. Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 1.

Brief article describing the investigation into cases of Aboriginal women who have gone missing or have been murdered in British Columbia, and the delay in solving the cases.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.20.

Political Science Thesis (M.A.)--Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2019.

Focuses on three topics: root causes and prevention of violence, and front-line assistance.

Discusses the controversy over exhibiting a series of paintings by artist Pamela Masik depicting women missing from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. Sparked debate about artistic freedom and social commentary versus the question of who is allowed to speak for victims and issues of exploitation.

Series of six lesson plans geared toward students in Grades 10 to 12. Accompanying PowerPoint.

Brief statement by President of the Native Women's Association of Canada addresses violence in general, murdered and missing women, and Canadian government's failure to respond to these issues.

Podcast of interview with the visual artist about her installation piece, which is meant to draw attention to the issue of murdered and missing Aboriginal women in Canada. Duration: 31:21.

A discussion about jurisdictional issues and some of the typical partnerships with Indigenous communities used to address the situation. Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 71.

Talks about contrasts in world views and racism which perpetuate the problem of violence towards women starting from the historical point of contact. Duration: 20:10.

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Data includes entries over a three-year period, 2017-2019, from the Montana Missing Persons Clearinghouse, Department of Public Health and Human Services’ Child and Family Services Division (CFSD), and autopsy reports from the state crime laboratory.

Discuses Canadian state's role in perpetuating root causes of violence against, and vulnerability of, Indigenous women. Duration: 1:13:26.

Includes data from three missing persons databases, results of listening sessions with four communities, and missing persons policies from 51 law enforcement agencies.

Vancouver Police Department's response outlines present and future initiatives. Discusses recruitment practices, strengthening community relations, culturally appropriate and gender-neutral policy, practices and procedures, increased training in cultural competence and trauma informed responses, review of investigative practices and future directions.

Discusses the mistreatment of Aboriginal women throughout the history of Canada. Scroll down to page 4 to read article.

Describes the findings of the Sisters in Spirit initiative and work with grieving families. Chapter from From Truth to Reconciliation: Transforming the Legacy of Residential Schools edited by Marlene Brant Castellano.

Includes definitions and information on truth gathering process and rules.

Comments on the pre-inquiry consultation process which was structured around questions prepared by the federal government that sought input on who to include in the inquiry process, how best to support participants in an inquiry and what key issues should be addressed in the inquiry.

List of preferred terms used by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

Slam poem about on missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in Canada.

Appendix from thesis An Awkward Silence: Missing and Murdered Vulnerable Women and the Canadian Justice System by Maryanne Pearce. Includes both Aboriginals and non-Aboriginals.

English Thesis (M.A.)--University of Alberta, 2015. Focuses on Unearthed by Janet Marie Rogers, Missing Sarah by Maggie de Vries, and In Plain Sight: Reflections on Life in Downtown Eastside Vancouver by Leslie Robertson and Dara Culhane.

Look at the effects of cold cases on Indigenous communities and the introduction of cold case units to improve the chances of cases being solved. Entire issue on one PDF. To access article, scroll down to page 131.

Looks at the ethnic misrepresentation of sex trade workers by the media.

Recommends an Indigenous feminist framework in a national inquiry in order to address the issue of male violence against Indigenous women.

Explores how Indigenous Knowledge systems and identity are embedded in nursing practices.

Discusses possible legal avenues for addressing the issue of violence. Includes both domestic and international instruments and cites specific cases.

Comments on the march held in support of the missing and murdered women.

Former CBC reporter talks about her own experiences with attempted sexual exploitation and the need for a national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous Women. Recording of speech delivered at the Women's Forum held in Ottawa on October 18th, 2012. Duration: 15:15.

"Briefing Paper for Thematic Hearing before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, 144th Period of Sessions, March 28, 2012."

"Follow-up to Thematic Hearing Before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, 144th Period of Sessions, March 28, 2012."

Special Adviser on Aboriginal Women's Issues for Aboriginal Issues Committee of Cabinet, Manitoba, discusses the growth in public awareness of this issue. Duration: 14:27.

Describes efforts to shift public thinking from blaming victims and their circumstances rather than the perpetrators of crime, the perception that only "sex trade workers" are being targeted, and the various gatherings that take place to memorialize these women. Duration: 18:25.

Speaker talks about how some of the data has been misinterpreted or ignored by the RCMP, federal government, and media. Implication has been that most women were murdered by their spouse, family member, or intimate partners on-reserve and disregarded the role of acquaintances. Duration: 45:34.

Lawyer from the British Columbia Civil Liberties Assoc. and lawyer who represented Aboriginal interests critique the Commission in terms of the structure, lack of consultation and operation, and give reasons why groups most directly affected eventually withdrew from the process. Followed by question and answer period. Duration: 1:21:17.

"This essay will explore the historic roots that have influenced the growing violence against MMIW, the contemporary social movements that have take place, and today's political influences on the issue". Chapter One article from Empowering Emerging Voices in Undergraduate Research. Conference Proceedings edited by Jessica Riddell, Tabitha Hartropp, Rosemin Nathoo, Antoine Airoldi, Delphine Belhumeur ... [et al.] Entire book on one pdf. To access article, scroll to page 37.

Brief document gives some statistics.

A short film depicting the effects of colonization on Indigenous women in Canada. Duration: 5:48.

Looks at how the intersection of marginalized identities led the National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Women and Girls to conclude that the this femicide was part of the larger act of genocide.

Reports on the results of interviews with Service de police de la ville de Montréal (SPVM) and community workers about the police force's response to the crisis. Includes discussion of the current situation and challenges to collaboration, and recommendations for developing a better a relationship. Summary Report.

Traces significant dates from 2002 to June 2020.