The Manitoba Métis Federation released a statement with regards to the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Gender diverse people.
The statement follows:
October 4th marks the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Gender diverse people. Today, we honour those who lost their lives and the families and communities who grieve for their lost loved ones.
In March 2021, the Manitoba Métis Federation announced the Pey Key Way Ta Hin (Bring Me Home) program, providing $10,000 in rewards for information leading to locating missing individuals. It’s heartbreaking, but in so many cases the families know they aren’t going to find their loved ones alive,” said David Chartrand, President of the MMF. “The name of this program gives these lost loved ones their voices back and reminds us that they are still missing and want to come home.”
The RCMP asks anyone with information to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or their local police of jurisdiction. Information can also be provided anonymously through Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by secure tip online at manitobacrimestoppers.com.
