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Alberta Native News, 2014 – 2018

Emily Hall, a member of the I Stand #InUnity Resource Team, collected each of the articles about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in Canada from Alberta Native News in Fall 2017. Dawson Ham collected articles from 2018. 

2018

“National Inquiry to close April 20 – but formally requests two-year extension.” Alberta Native News, April 3, 2018. http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-inquiry-to-close-april-20-but-formally-requests-two-year-extension/

“Saskatchewan families say over 100 families still want to give testimony to MMIWG inquiry.” Alberta Native News, February 9, 2018. http://www.albertanativenews.com/saskatchewan-families-say-over-100-families-still-want-to-give-testimony-to-mmiwg-inquiry

2017

Treewater, Regan. “Indigenous Women’s Justice Forum tackled critical issues.” Alberta Native News, November 7th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/indigenous-womens-justice-forum-tackled-critical-issues/

“National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women release interim report.” Alberta Native News, November 2nd, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-release-interim-report/

Copley, John. “iHuman mural promotes a healthy environment.” Alberta Native News, October 31st, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/ihuman-mural-promotes-a-healthy-environment/

“National Inquiry to reschedule Yellowknife hearings in January 2018.” Alberta Native News, October 24th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-inquiry-to-reschedule-yellowknife-hearings-in-january-2018/

“National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Women hears from families in Winnipeg until Oct 20.” Alberta Native News, October 19th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/natl-inquiry-into-missing-murdered-women-hears-from-families-in-winnipeg-until-oct-20/

Copley, John. “Historic gathering brings thousands of Elders together.” Alberta Native News, September 24th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/historic-gathering-brings-thousands-of-elders-together/

Copley, John. “National Gathering of Elders featured important keynote forums.” Alberta Native News, October 16th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-gathering-of-elders-featured-important-keynote-forums/

Lusty, Terry. “National Gathering of Elders had a tremendous response in Edmonton.” Alberta Native News, October 5th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-gathering-of-elders-had-a-tremendous-response-in-edmonton/

Copley, John. “Historic National Gathering of Elders begins today in Edmonton.” Alberta Native News, September 11th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/historic-national-gathering-of-elders-begins-today-in-edmonton/

“Historic National Gathering of Elders facing a funding shortfall.” Alberta Native News, August 24th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/historic-national-gathering-of-elders-facing-a-funding-shortfall/

“Update: National Inquiry on missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, August 17th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/update-national-inquiry-on-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Alberta Court of Appeal orders new trial in the 2011 death of Cindy Gladue.” Alberta Native News, July 10th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/alberta-court-of-appeal-orders-new-trial-in-the-2011-death-of-cindy-gladue/

“National Inquiry travels across Canada to meet families and survivors to prepare for Fall Community Hearings.” Alberta Native News, July 7th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-inquiry-travels-across-canada-to-meet-with-families-and-survivors-to-prepare-for-fall-community-hearings/

“Clear Communication with Family Members is Essential for the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, May 23rd, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/clear-communication-with-family-members-is-essential-for-the-national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Carol Daniels shortlisted for First Nation Communities READ.” Alberta Native News, May 3rd, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/carol-daniels-shortlisted-for-first-nation-communities-read/

“National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women postpones regional advisory meetings.” Alberta Native News, April 14th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/7720-2/

Copley, John. “Leaders agree: Now is the time to honour Indigenous Elders.” Alberta Native News, April 12th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/leaders-agree-now-is-the-time-to-honour-indigenous-elders/

“BC Coalition on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women concerned about the National Inquiry.” Alberta Native News, April 6th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/bc-coalition-on-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-concerned-about-the-national-inquiry/

Treewater, Regan. “Marchers remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, February 22nd, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/marchers-remember-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Senator urges MPs to pass bill defending Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, January 31st, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/senator-urges-mps-to-pass-bill-defending-aboriginal-women/

“Lead Counsel named for The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, January 18th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/lead-counsel-named-for-the-national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-woman/

“Statement by Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould on the accomplishments of 2016.” Alberta Native News, January 11th, 2017.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/statement-by-justice-minister-jody-wilson-raybould-on-the-accomplishments-of-2016/

2016

“Nov. 25: AFN Marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.” Alberta Native News, November 25th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/nov-25-afn-marks-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-violence-against-women/

“Rampant resource development puts Indigenous women and girls at higher risk of violence.” Alberta Native News, November 8th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/rampant-resource-development-puts-indigenous-women-and-girls-at-higher-risk-of-violence/

Copley, John. “National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Aboriginal women gets a slow start.” Alberta Native News, November 4th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/national-inquiry-on-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women-gets-a-slow-start/

“AFN stands with families at Sisters in Spirit vigils across the country.” Alberta Native News, October 4th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-stands-with-families-at-sisters-in-spirit-vigils-across-the-country/

“Commissioners named for the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, August 4th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/commissioners-named-for-the-national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“First Nations Summit cautiously welcomes the National Inquiry terms of reference.” Alberta Native News, August 4th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/first-nations-summit-cautiously-welcomes-the-national-inquiry-terms-of-reference/

“Ottawa commits to lifting the funding cap for First Nations programs.” Alberta Native News, July 13th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/ottawa-commits-to-lifting-the-funding-cap-for-first-nations-programs/

Copley, John. “Ben Calf Robe celebrated its landmark 35th Annual Powwow on May 7.” Alberta Native News, April 19th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/ben-calf-robe-celebrates-its-landmark-35th-annual-powwow-on-may-7/

“NWAC president addresses the UN Commission about the plight of Indigenous Women in Canada.” Alberta Native News, March 23rd, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/nwac-president-addresses-the-un-commission-about-the-plight-of-indigenous-women-in-canada/

“Ontario commits unprecedented resources to end violence against Indigenous women and girls.” Alberta Native News, March 1st, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/ontario-commits-unprecedented-resources-to-end-violence-against-indigenous-women-and-girls/

“Symposium releases 22 recommendations for the inquiry into murdered and missing women.” Alberta Native News, February 23rd, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/symposium-releases-22-recommendations-for-the-inquiry-into-murdered-and-missing-women/

“AFN hosts forum at Enoch Nation in preparation for pre-inquiry report.” Alberta Native News, February 12th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-hosts-forum-at-enoch-nation-in-preparation-for-pre-inquiry-report/

Copley, John. “Activist Christi Belcourt says youth will lead the way into the future.” Alberta Native News, January 25th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/activist-christi-belcourt-says-youth-will-lead-the-way-into-the-future/

“Feature artist for Dec. 2015: Timothy Mohan.” Alberta Native News, January 14th, 2016.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/feature-artist-for-dec-2015-timothy-mohan/

2015

“Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs issues statement about renewed relationship.” Alberta Native News, December 10th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/minister-of-indigenous-and-northern-affairs-issues-statement-about-renewed-relationship/

“Trudeau: It is time for a total renewal of the relationship between Canada and First Nations.” Alberta Native News, December 8th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/trudeau-it-is-time-for-a-total-renewal-of-the-relationship-between-canada-and-first-nations/

“AFN welcomes launch of National Inquiry on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, December 8th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-welcomes-launch-of-national-inquiry-on-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Inaction ends today: Canada launches Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.” Alberta Native News, December 8th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/inaction-ends-today-canada-launches-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“AFN marks Dec. 6 as Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.” Alberta Native News, December 4th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-marks-dec-6-as-day-of-remembrance-and-action-on-violence-against-women/

“Throne Speech commitment to Renewing the Relationship is essential to reconciliation.” Alberta Native News, December 4th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/throne-speech-commitment-to-renewing-the-relationship-is-essential-to-reconciliation/

“AFN Chief welcomes Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and new Liberal Cabinet.” Alberta Native News, November 4th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-chief-welcomes-prime-minister-justin-trudeau-and-new-liberal-cabinet/

“First Nation leaders optimistic as PM Trudeau appoints new Liberal Cabinet.” Alberta Native News, November 4th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/first-nation-leaders-optimistic-as-prime-minister-trudeau-appoints-new-liberal-cabinet/

Copley, John. “Event raises funds, awareness for Iskwew Women’s Healing Lodge.” Alberta Native News, October 27th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/event-raises-funds-awareness-for-iskwew-womens-healing-lodge/

“Cold Lake First Nation is pleased with the change in government.” Alberta Native News, October 22nd, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/cold-lake-first-nation-is-pleased-with-the-change-in-government/

“Alberta Premier Rachel Notley’s apology is an important step to reconciliation.” Alberta Native News, July 28th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/alberta-premier-rachel-notleys-apology-is-an-important-step-to-reconciliation/

“Congregants fight to keep local priest at Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples.” Alberta Native News, June 27th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/congregants-fight-to-keep-local-priest-at-sacred-heart-church-of-the-first-people/

“RCMP Update on Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women is an urgent call to action.” Alberta Native News, June 19th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/rcmp-update-on-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women-is-an-urgent-call-to-action/

“Alberta First Nations welcome NDP government and Premier Rachel Notley.” Alberta Native News, May 16th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/alberta-first-nations-welcome-ndp-government-and-premier-rachel-notley/

“Date changed for Sisters of our Spirit National Gathering in Enoch: Sept. 28-30.” Alberta Native News, March 31st, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/date-changed-for-sisters-of-our-spirit-national-gathering-in-enoch/

 “UN report: Canada commits grave violation of rights for Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, March 9th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/un-report-canada-commits-grave-violation-of-rights-for-aboriginal-women/

“What happened at the National Roundtable on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women?” Alberta Native News, March 3rd, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/what-happened-at-the-national-roundtable-on-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Working together to prevent and address violence against Indigenous women and girls.” Alberta Native News, February 28th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/working-together-to-prevent-and-address-violence-against-indigenous-women-and-girls/

“Watch it live: People’s gathering on missing and murdered Indigenous women.” Alberta Native News, February 27th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/watch-it-live-peoples-gathering-on-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women/

“Report on violence against Indigenous Women supports need for National Public Inquiry.” Alberta Native News, February 26th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/report-on-violence-against-indigenous-women-supports-need-for-national-public-inquiry/

“Report renews call for national inquiry on missing and murdered Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, February 21st, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/human-rights-report-renews-call-for-national-inquiry-on-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/

“Elder says: Get mad about missing and murdered Aboriginal people.” Alberta Native News, February 18th, 2015.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/elder-says-get-mad-about-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-people/

2014

“Moose Hide Campaign teaches men about respecting women.” Alberta Native News, December 18th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/moose-hide-campaign-teaches-men-about-respecting-women/

“Everyone has a responsibility to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls.” Alberta Native News, November 26th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/everyone-has-a-responsibility-to-prevent-and-eliminate-violence-against-women-and-girls/

“AFN praises strength of Rinelle Harper and family and commends police action and public support.” Alberta Native News, November 14th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/afn-praises-strength-of-rinelle-harper-family-and-commends-police-action-and-public-support/

“Preparations begin for National Roundtable on Murdered and Missing Women.” Alberta Native News, October 24th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/preparations-begin-for-a-national-roundtable-on-murdered-and-missing-women/

“RCMP use social media to help solve cases of missing Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, October 7th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/rcmp-use-social-media-to-help-solve-cases-of-missing-aboriginal-women/

“FSIN concerned about the delay in a national plan to address family violence.” Alberta Native News, September 30th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/fsin-concerned-about-the-delay-in-a-national-plan-to-address-family-violence/

“NDP pledges to call a National Inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, September 24th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/ndp-pledges-to-call-a-national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/

“Canadians push for a National Inquiry into missing and murdered Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, September 19th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/canadians-push-for-a-national-inquiry-into-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/

Copley, John. “Featured Artist for August, 2014: Dawn Marie Marchand.” Alberta Native News, August 23rd, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/featured-cover-art-for-august-2014-dawn-marie-marchand/

“The obvious need for a National Public Inquiry on missing and murdered Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, August 20th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/the-obvious-need-for-a-national-public-inquiry-on-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/

“Walking the block in the name of missing and murdered Aboriginal men: new Edmonton event.” Alberta Native News, July 17th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/walking-the-block-in-the-name-of-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-men-new-edmonton-event/

“Canada needs to take concrete action to address violence against Indigenous women.” Alberta Native News, June 13th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/canada-needs-concrete-action-to-address-violence-against-indigenous-women/

“RCMP confirm the numbers: Over 1000 Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women.” Alberta Native News, May 21st, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/rcmp-confirm-the-numbers-over-1000-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/

“Indigenous Women: Harper is on the wrong side of history.” Alberta Native News, March 25th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/indigenous-women-harper-is-on-the-wrong-side-of-history/

“A call to action for missing and murdered Aboriginal women.” Alberta Native News, February 17th, 2014.
http://www.albertanativenews.com/a-call-to-action-for-missing-and-murdered-aboriginal-women/