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May 5 is Red Dress Day, a day to remember murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA people. The families of these victims never received answers or justice for the loss of their loved ones, and so it is also a day to draw attention to the systemic racism at the heart of this issue. This day of memorial came out of the REDress project by artist Jaime Black (Anishinaabe and Finnish). The books in this list share the stories of the missing and murdered, but also the strength and resilience of Indigenous women fighting to heal their communities.

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Reclaiming Power and Place

Reclaiming Power and Place

Final Report of the National Inquiry Into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

by National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (Canada)

Book - 2019

The National Inquiry’s Final Report reveals persistent and deliberate human and Indigenous rights violations and abuses are the root cause behind Canada’s...Show more The National Inquiry’s Final Report reveals persistent and deliberate human and Indigenous rights violations and abuses are the root cause behind Canada’s staggering rates of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. The Final Report is comprised of the truths of more than 2,380 family members, survivors of violence, experts and Knowledge Keepers shared over two years of cross-country public hearings and evidence gathering. It delivers 231 individual Calls for Justice directed at governments, institutions, social service providers, industries and all Canadians. Show less

The National Inquiry’s Final Report reveals persistent and deliberate human and Indigenous rights violations and abuses are the root cause behind Canada’s...Show more The National Inquiry’s Final Report reveals persistent and deliberate human and Indigenous rights violations and abuses are the root cause behind Canada’s staggering rates of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. The Final Report is comprised of the truths of more than 2,380 family members, survivors of violence, experts and Knowledge Keepers shared over two years of cross-country public hearings and evidence gathering. It delivers 231 individual Calls for Justice directed at governments, institutions, social service providers, industries and all Canadians. Show less

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Unbroken

Unbroken

My Fight for Survival, Hope, and Justice for Indigenous Women and Girls

by Sterritt, Angela

Book - 2023

Angela Sterritt (Gitxsan) weaves her own story of survival against the odds into the fabric of the MMIWG2S crisis and humanizes the numbers and statistics...Show more Angela Sterritt (Gitxsan) weaves her own story of survival against the odds into the fabric of the MMIWG2S crisis and humanizes the numbers and statistics that are at times incomprehensible. An unflinching look at this systemic issue the author herself is a reminder that our spirit is not broken. Show less

Angela Sterritt (Gitxsan) weaves her own story of survival against the odds into the fabric of the MMIWG2S crisis and humanizes the numbers and statistics...Show more Angela Sterritt (Gitxsan) weaves her own story of survival against the odds into the fabric of the MMIWG2S crisis and humanizes the numbers and statistics that are at times incomprehensible. An unflinching look at this systemic issue the author herself is a reminder that our spirit is not broken. Show less

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Our Voice of Fire

Our Voice of Fire

A Memoir of A Warrior Rising

by Morin, Brandi

Book - 2022

Award winning and internationally known French/Cree/Iroquois journalist Brandi Morin takes readers with her as she reflects on her life. As a survivor of ...Show more Award winning and internationally known French/Cree/Iroquois journalist Brandi Morin takes readers with her as she reflects on her life. As a survivor of the MMIW crisis Brandi has gone on to use her voice to uplift the stories and seek justice for those who have not survived. Show less

Award winning and internationally known French/Cree/Iroquois journalist Brandi Morin takes readers with her as she reflects on her life. As a survivor of ...Show more Award winning and internationally known French/Cree/Iroquois journalist Brandi Morin takes readers with her as she reflects on her life. As a survivor of the MMIW crisis Brandi has gone on to use her voice to uplift the stories and seek justice for those who have not survived. Show less

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My Name Is Shield Woman

My Name Is Shield Woman

A Hard Road to Healing, Vision, and Leadership

by Scalp Lock, Ruth

Book - 20142014

Siksika elder, Ruth Scalplock, shares her story of working to heal not only herself, but others in her community. Given the name Awo Taanaakii, which mean...Show more Siksika elder, Ruth Scalplock, shares her story of working to heal not only herself, but others in her community. Given the name Awo Taanaakii, which means Shield Woman, Scalplock went on to found the Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society in Calgary, the only emergency shelter for women and children in Alberta that uses traditional Indigenous teachings. Show less

Siksika elder, Ruth Scalplock, shares her story of working to heal not only herself, but others in her community. Given the name Awo Taanaakii, which mean...Show more Siksika elder, Ruth Scalplock, shares her story of working to heal not only herself, but others in her community. Given the name Awo Taanaakii, which means Shield Woman, Scalplock went on to found the Awo Taan Healing Lodge Society in Calgary, the only emergency shelter for women and children in Alberta that uses traditional Indigenous teachings. Show less

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Red Dresses on Bare Trees

Red Dresses on Bare Trees

Stories and Reflections on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Book - 2021

Editor Michael Hankard (Abenaki) dedicates this book to all the Indigenous grandmothers he spoke to as he compiled this book of writings about Missing and...Show more Editor Michael Hankard (Abenaki) dedicates this book to all the Indigenous grandmothers he spoke to as he compiled this book of writings about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Drawing on traditional teachings and including diverse authors, Hankard and co-editor Elder Joyce Dillen (Spirit River First Nation) inspire hope for healing in families, communities, and ultimately nations. Show less

Editor Michael Hankard (Abenaki) dedicates this book to all the Indigenous grandmothers he spoke to as he compiled this book of writings about Missing and...Show more Editor Michael Hankard (Abenaki) dedicates this book to all the Indigenous grandmothers he spoke to as he compiled this book of writings about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Drawing on traditional teachings and including diverse authors, Hankard and co-editor Elder Joyce Dillen (Spirit River First Nation) inspire hope for healing in families, communities, and ultimately nations. Show less

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Forever Loved

Forever Loved

Exposing the Hidden Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in Canada

Book - 2016

Editors Jennifer Brant (Mohawk) and D. Memee Lavell-Harvard (Wikwemikong) have gathered a collection of essays from academics and activists. This book is ...Show more Editors Jennifer Brant (Mohawk) and D. Memee Lavell-Harvard (Wikwemikong) have gathered a collection of essays from academics and activists. This book is essential reading for those who want to dispel the toxic stereotypes that are often used to mask the real issues that have caused this crisis. The writers in this collection make strong suggestions for actions we should be taking to end this tragedy. Show less

Editors Jennifer Brant (Mohawk) and D. Memee Lavell-Harvard (Wikwemikong) have gathered a collection of essays from academics and activists. This book is ...Show more Editors Jennifer Brant (Mohawk) and D. Memee Lavell-Harvard (Wikwemikong) have gathered a collection of essays from academics and activists. This book is essential reading for those who want to dispel the toxic stereotypes that are often used to mask the real issues that have caused this crisis. The writers in this collection make strong suggestions for actions we should be taking to end this tragedy. Show less

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In Good Relation

In Good Relation

History, Gender, and Kinship in Indigenous Feminisms

Book - 2020

This collection of essays assembled by Sarah Nickel (Tk’emlupsemc) and Amanda Fehr (non-Indigenous), highlights the strength of Indigenous women through the voices of Indigenous artists, activists, and scholars. This collection of essays assembled by Sarah Nickel (Tk’emlupsemc) and Amanda Fehr (non-Indigenous), highlights the strength of Indigenous women through the voices of Indigenous artists, activists, and scholars. Show less

This collection of essays assembled by Sarah Nickel (Tk’emlupsemc) and Amanda Fehr (non-Indigenous), highlights the strength of Indigenous women through the voices of Indigenous artists, activists, and scholars. This collection of essays assembled by Sarah Nickel (Tk’emlupsemc) and Amanda Fehr (non-Indigenous), highlights the strength of Indigenous women through the voices of Indigenous artists, activists, and scholars. Show less

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If I Go Missing

If I Go Missing

by Jonnie, Brianna

Graphic Novel - 2019

This graphic novel for teens has created a pictorial accompaniment to a letter that Brianna Jonnie (Ojibwe) wrote to the police, government, and media abo...Show more This graphic novel for teens has created a pictorial accompaniment to a letter that Brianna Jonnie (Ojibwe) wrote to the police, government, and media about the ways in which they are failing missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Jonnie, a teenage activist, has a powerful voice in advocating for change that will educate and empower young adult readers Show less

This graphic novel for teens has created a pictorial accompaniment to a letter that Brianna Jonnie (Ojibwe) wrote to the police, government, and media abo...Show more This graphic novel for teens has created a pictorial accompaniment to a letter that Brianna Jonnie (Ojibwe) wrote to the police, government, and media about the ways in which they are failing missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Jonnie, a teenage activist, has a powerful voice in advocating for change that will educate and empower young adult readers Show less

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Calling My Spirit Back

Calling My Spirit Back

by Alec, Elaine

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Elaine Alec's (Syilx and Secwepemc Nations) memoir is personal and powerful. She describes how her traditional teachings were a source of healing for her ...Show more Elaine Alec's (Syilx and Secwepemc Nations) memoir is personal and powerful. She describes how her traditional teachings were a source of healing for her and hopes that others will use her story as a tool to help them sort through intergenerational trauma they have faced and find their way to a state of self-love and strength. Show less

Elaine Alec's (Syilx and Secwepemc Nations) memoir is personal and powerful. She describes how her traditional teachings were a source of healing for her ...Show more Elaine Alec's (Syilx and Secwepemc Nations) memoir is personal and powerful. She describes how her traditional teachings were a source of healing for her and hopes that others will use her story as a tool to help them sort through intergenerational trauma they have faced and find their way to a state of self-love and strength. Show less

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Keetsahnak

Keetsahnak

Our Missing and Murdered Indigenous Sisters

Book - 2018

An eye-opening collection of essays and personal stories that examine all aspects of the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls crisis and provide an Indigenous perspective for the work that needs to be done to address this issue. An eye-opening collection of essays and personal stories that examine all aspects of the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls crisis and provide an Indigenous perspective for the work that needs to be done to address this issue. Show less

An eye-opening collection of essays and personal stories that examine all aspects of the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls crisis and provide an Indigenous perspective for the work that needs to be done to address this issue. An eye-opening collection of essays and personal stories that examine all aspects of the Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls crisis and provide an Indigenous perspective for the work that needs to be done to address this issue. Show less

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Facing the Monumental

Facing the Monumental

by Belmore, Rebecca

Book - 2018

Rebecca Belmore (Anishinaabe) is a multidisciplinary artist and the first Indigenous woman to represent Canada at the Venice Biennale. Witness 28 years of...Show more Rebecca Belmore (Anishinaabe) is a multidisciplinary artist and the first Indigenous woman to represent Canada at the Venice Biennale. Witness 28 years of Belmore using her voice as an artist to speak on land and water rights, women's lives and dignity, and the violence enacted against Indigenous peoples as the audience are asked to face the monumental. Show less

Rebecca Belmore (Anishinaabe) is a multidisciplinary artist and the first Indigenous woman to represent Canada at the Venice Biennale. Witness 28 years of...Show more Rebecca Belmore (Anishinaabe) is a multidisciplinary artist and the first Indigenous woman to represent Canada at the Venice Biennale. Witness 28 years of Belmore using her voice as an artist to speak on land and water rights, women's lives and dignity, and the violence enacted against Indigenous peoples as the audience are asked to face the monumental. Show less

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The Memoirs of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle, Vol. Two

The Memoirs of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle, Vol. Two

A True and Exact Accounting of the History of Turtle Island

by Monkman, Kent

Book - 2023

Monkman uses a blend of history, fiction, and memoir to chronical the histories that Miss Chief bears witness to from the moment of confederation to the p...Show more Monkman uses a blend of history, fiction, and memoir to chronical the histories that Miss Chief bears witness to from the moment of confederation to the present. The traumas and tragedies pile throughout as Monkman and Gordon illustrate the building of intergenerational traumas that bring us to today and the hope for the future. Show less

Monkman uses a blend of history, fiction, and memoir to chronical the histories that Miss Chief bears witness to from the moment of confederation to the p...Show more Monkman uses a blend of history, fiction, and memoir to chronical the histories that Miss Chief bears witness to from the moment of confederation to the present. The traumas and tragedies pile throughout as Monkman and Gordon illustrate the building of intergenerational traumas that bring us to today and the hope for the future. Show less

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Invisible Victims

Invisible Victims

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

by McCarthy, Katherine

Book - 2016

Katherine McCarthy, of Mi'kmaq and Irish descent, focuses on the horrific murders of Loretta Saunders and Tina Fontaine -- as well as the indifference of ...Show more Katherine McCarthy, of Mi'kmaq and Irish descent, focuses on the horrific murders of Loretta Saunders and Tina Fontaine -- as well as the indifference of law enforcement and media -- within the broader context of the generations of discrimination, racism, and government policies that led to this national crisis for Indigenous women and girls. Part of a true crime series called "Crimes of Canada," McCarthy's work is a shocking, important, and succinct introduction to this devastating issue. Show less

Katherine McCarthy, of Mi'kmaq and Irish descent, focuses on the horrific murders of Loretta Saunders and Tina Fontaine -- as well as the indifference of ...Show more Katherine McCarthy, of Mi'kmaq and Irish descent, focuses on the horrific murders of Loretta Saunders and Tina Fontaine -- as well as the indifference of law enforcement and media -- within the broader context of the generations of discrimination, racism, and government policies that led to this national crisis for Indigenous women and girls. Part of a true crime series called "Crimes of Canada," McCarthy's work is a shocking, important, and succinct introduction to this devastating issue. Show less

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Ashley Callingbull Burnham

REDx Talk Series

DVD - 2015

Ashley Callingbull Burnham (Enoch Cree Nation) is an actor, film producer, and the first Indigenous woman to win the Ms. Universe pageant. In this REDx Ta...Show more Ashley Callingbull Burnham (Enoch Cree Nation) is an actor, film producer, and the first Indigenous woman to win the Ms. Universe pageant. In this REDx Talk Series presentation she shares her personal story and her work as an advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Show less

Ashley Callingbull Burnham (Enoch Cree Nation) is an actor, film producer, and the first Indigenous woman to win the Ms. Universe pageant. In this REDx Ta...Show more Ashley Callingbull Burnham (Enoch Cree Nation) is an actor, film producer, and the first Indigenous woman to win the Ms. Universe pageant. In this REDx Talk Series presentation she shares her personal story and her work as an advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Show less

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The Strength of Women

The Strength of Women

Âhkamêyimowak

eBook - 2011

Editor Priscilla Settee (Cree) has gathered together fifteen stories from Indigenous women who she believes embody "Âhkamêyimowak" a Cree word t...Show more Editor Priscilla Settee (Cree) has gathered together fifteen stories from Indigenous women who she believes embody "Âhkamêyimowak" a Cree word that represents the resilience of these women to not only survive, but to thrive and work for empowering change in their communities. Show less

Editor Priscilla Settee (Cree) has gathered together fifteen stories from Indigenous women who she believes embody "Âhkamêyimowak" a Cree word t...Show more Editor Priscilla Settee (Cree) has gathered together fifteen stories from Indigenous women who she believes embody "Âhkamêyimowak" a Cree word that represents the resilience of these women to not only survive, but to thrive and work for empowering change in their communities. Show less

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Thunder Song

Thunder Song

Essays

by LaPointe, Sasha taqwšeblu

Book - 2024

This collection of essays are for the 14-year-old Sasha out on the rez, the one who needed to see that there is power in community, Indigeneity, queerness...Show more This collection of essays are for the 14-year-old Sasha out on the rez, the one who needed to see that there is power in community, Indigeneity, queerness, music, and being unapologetically punk. Sasha presents a path to healing and survivance for a new generation grounded in their own story and that of their great-grandmother. Show less

This collection of essays are for the 14-year-old Sasha out on the rez, the one who needed to see that there is power in community, Indigeneity, queerness...Show more This collection of essays are for the 14-year-old Sasha out on the rez, the one who needed to see that there is power in community, Indigeneity, queerness, music, and being unapologetically punk. Sasha presents a path to healing and survivance for a new generation grounded in their own story and that of their great-grandmother. Show less

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Stories of Métis Women

Stories of Métis Women

Tales My Kookum Told Me

Book - 2021

A collection of stories from different Métis women this book is a celebration of their voices as they reflect on topics like Nation building, culture, ide...Show more A collection of stories from different Métis women this book is a celebration of their voices as they reflect on topics like Nation building, culture, identity, residential schools, discrimination, and resiliency. Their stories have also been translated into Northern Michif. Show less

A collection of stories from different Métis women this book is a celebration of their voices as they reflect on topics like Nation building, culture, ide...Show more A collection of stories from different Métis women this book is a celebration of their voices as they reflect on topics like Nation building, culture, identity, residential schools, discrimination, and resiliency. Their stories have also been translated into Northern Michif. Show less

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Will I See?

Will I See?

by Robertson, David

Graphic Novel - 2016

Shadowy and atmospheric illustrations accompany David Robertson's (Swampy Cree) fictional story of a young girl, May, who gathers the keepsakes of missing...Show more Shadowy and atmospheric illustrations accompany David Robertson's (Swampy Cree) fictional story of a young girl, May, who gathers the keepsakes of missing and murdered Indigenous women. As her kokum makes these keepsakes into a necklace, May struggles to comes to terms with what happened to the people who left them behind. Show less

Shadowy and atmospheric illustrations accompany David Robertson's (Swampy Cree) fictional story of a young girl, May, who gathers the keepsakes of missing...Show more Shadowy and atmospheric illustrations accompany David Robertson's (Swampy Cree) fictional story of a young girl, May, who gathers the keepsakes of missing and murdered Indigenous women. As her kokum makes these keepsakes into a necklace, May struggles to comes to terms with what happened to the people who left them behind. Show less

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Northern Wildflower

Northern Wildflower

by Lafferty, Catherine

Book - 2018

Catherine Lafferty shares her life experiences as a Dene woman who grew up in a small northern mining town in her debut memoir. This book is the coming-of...Show more Catherine Lafferty shares her life experiences as a Dene woman who grew up in a small northern mining town in her debut memoir. This book is the coming-of-age story of a woman who became a leader in her community as a council member of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation. Show less

Catherine Lafferty shares her life experiences as a Dene woman who grew up in a small northern mining town in her debut memoir. This book is the coming-of...Show more Catherine Lafferty shares her life experiences as a Dene woman who grew up in a small northern mining town in her debut memoir. This book is the coming-of-age story of a woman who became a leader in her community as a council member of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation. Show less

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Stolen

Unknown - 2016

This short film, which premiered at imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival, follows a fictional teenager named Sheena who runs away from a girls home ...Show more This short film, which premiered at imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival, follows a fictional teenager named Sheena who runs away from a girls home only to be picked up by a threatening stranger. Kanienʼkehá꞉ka actress, Kawennáhere Devery Jacobs directed this film, which was inspired by the life and death of Tina Fontaine, and is intended as a sobering commentary to call attention to the issue of murdered and missing women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Show less

This short film, which premiered at imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival, follows a fictional teenager named Sheena who runs away from a girls home ...Show more This short film, which premiered at imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival, follows a fictional teenager named Sheena who runs away from a girls home only to be picked up by a threatening stranger. Kanienʼkehá꞉ka actress, Kawennáhere Devery Jacobs directed this film, which was inspired by the life and death of Tina Fontaine, and is intended as a sobering commentary to call attention to the issue of murdered and missing women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Show less

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Betty

Betty

The Helen Betty Osborne Story

by Robertson, David

Graphic Novel - 2015

Betty tells the true story of the life and murder of Helen Betty Osborne. David Robertson (Swampy Cree) honours the life of Betty, who was living in The P...Show more Betty tells the true story of the life and murder of Helen Betty Osborne. David Robertson (Swampy Cree) honours the life of Betty, who was living in The Pas, Manitoba at the time of her death and studying to become a teacher. It took sixteen years for her family to see justice for the heinous acts that were done to her. Show less

Betty tells the true story of the life and murder of Helen Betty Osborne. David Robertson (Swampy Cree) honours the life of Betty, who was living in The P...Show more Betty tells the true story of the life and murder of Helen Betty Osborne. David Robertson (Swampy Cree) honours the life of Betty, who was living in The Pas, Manitoba at the time of her death and studying to become a teacher. It took sixteen years for her family to see justice for the heinous acts that were done to her. Show less

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