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Sisters in Spirit

Sisters in Spirit

When: Monday, October 4th, 6pm-7pm
Where:
Gathering at Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, river walk to Front Street fire pit
Who:
All are welcome

We come together to demand action to prevent the loss of our mothers, aunties, cousins, sisters, and daughters.

Join us for a gathering, walk along the Yukon River, and a bonfire on Front Street in solidarity to raise awareness about the indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit people who have been and continue to be murdered or disappear.

Everyone is welcome.

Click here to download a Sister in Spirit poster to print.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

Show your support for families that have lost Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit folks and show your commitment to creating a world without violence by hanging red clothing outside your house October 1st to 8th.

HǪZǪ ŁËKʼÄ̀NÄ̀CHA - We Take Care of Each Other

Confronting the systemic violence of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two Spirit folks can bring up a lot of feelings.

Hope for Wellness Help Line is available to all Indigenous peoples across Canada who need immediate crisis intervention. Experienced and culturally sensitive help line counsellors can help if you want to talk or are distressed.

Call 1-855-242-3310 (toll-free) or connect to the online Hope for Wellness chat.

Telephone and online counselling are available in English and French. On request, telephone counselling is also available in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut.




Please follow the safe six to decrease risk of illness.