National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA People cont’d

During the National Inquiry, there were many protocols, symbols, and ceremonies that took place to honour Indigenous ways. The commissioners assured that their approaches were reflective of Indigenous values. There was also a Grandmother’s Circle who provided teachings and guidance to the commissioners and those who testified during the National Inquiry.

Watch the video: Grandmother’s Circle (Click on the link. It will bring you to the Closing Ceremony Multimedia Page. You will need to scroll down to the bottom of the page for the video).

At a Closing Ceremony (June 3, 2019) in Gatineau, Quebec, the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people presented the Final Report to federal government officials and to the public. The ceremony honoured victims of the genocide through ceremony, dance, song, prayer, testimony, and commemoration.

The Calls for Justice were released in a Final Report titled Reclaiming Power and Place. The Calls for Justice would support just that – the reclaiming of a woman’s power and place in their respective communities.

To view key moments during the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls see: Key Moment Videos

Here is the link if you would like to watch the closing ceremony of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.