Statement by the Prime Minister on the Third Anniversary of the Final Report From the National Inquiry Into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the third anniversary of the final report from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls:

“Today, we honour Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people who have gone missing, had their lives taken too soon, or continue to experience violence. We also honour the families and Survivors who have had the courage to share their painful experiences so we can take meaningful action to address this heartbreaking and ongoing tragedy and begin the journey of healing. Your pain is immeasurable, and I thank you for your strength and resiliency in sharing your stories.

“Our justice system has failed Indigenous Peoples. Violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people in Canada, is a heartbreaking national tragedy. Three years ago today, the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls presented its final report, which confirmed what Indigenous Peoples have long known – that for generations Canada has failed them. The report found the tragedy of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people is rooted in systemic violations and abuses of human rights, including inherent, treaty, and constitutional rights.

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