Red Dress Day events spark nationwide call for Indigenous justice
Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:29 pm
Across Canada, Red Dress Day sees communities uniting in poignant tribute to missing and murdered Indigenous women and two-spirit people. From Calgary’s Field of Crosses to Manitoba’s funding announcement, organizers mix remembrance with a subtle nudge to policymakers—because sometimes even a red dress can shout louder than words.
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Members of the Blood Tribe gathered in Stand Off gathered to walk, remembering their friends, family members and loved ones who no longer have a voice.
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, two-spirit and LGBTQ+ people
Communities across the country held events on Monday to mark Red Dress Day, the national day of awareness for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people in Canada.
Manitoba's government is recognizing Red Dress Day by pledging $350,000 to support five local Indigenous organizations.
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