Exploring Theme: "Indigenous Victim Programs and Services"

NationTalk: Department of Justice Canada – Ohsweken, Ontario – Advancing reconciliation requires supporting culturally appropriate, Indigenous-led and community-based justice services, andbuilding policies informed by the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples. These are key to achieving systemic change in our justice system. Today, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, joined Tim...

Nationtalk: Department of justice Canada – Support line for those affected by missing and murdered Indigenous people: There is a national, toll-free 24/7 crisis call line providing mental health support for anyone who requires emotional assistance related to missing and murdered Indigenous people. For assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. Supports are also available through the MMIWG2S+ health and cultural...

More than $125K raised in GoFundMe campaign, another $500K sent by corporations and private citizens CBC News: Inside James Smith Cree Nation’s council chambers, you will find the words “Remember Me” spelled out in dancing figures painted on an orange wall. The words have taken on a whole new meaning since violence and death visited...

Crown−Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: Investing in culturally appropriate and inclusive spaces is crucial to addressing the root causes of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, and Grand Chief Ken Kyikavichik of Gwich’in Tribal Council announced $2.3 million in funding for the renovation...

Indigenous Justice Program The Indigenous Justice Program supports Indigenous community-based justice programs that offer alternatives to mainstream justice processes in appropriate circumstances. Objectives of the Indigenous Justice Program: to assist Indigenous people in assuming greater responsibility for the administration of justice in their communities; to reflect and include Indigenous values within the justice system; and,...