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Taking Action for Water
Taking Action for Water Thunder Bay, ON – Today, and every March 22nd since 1993, the world focuses on the importance of safe water as we recognize World Water Day. Water is not simply necessary for life; it is a living spirit. World Water Day is a reminder of our collective responsibility to hold our […]
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Ontario Native Women’s Association Calls for Action on the UN Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Ontario Native Women’s Association Calls for Action on the UN Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Thunder Bay, ON – On the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reaffirms its commitment to eradicating systemic racism and discrimination that continue to impact Indigenous women, their families, […]
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ONWA Stands in Solidarity with the Families and Loved Ones of Marcedes Myran and Morgan Harris
ONWA Stands in Solidarity with the Families and Loved Ones of Marcedes Myran and Morgan Harris Thunder Bay, ON – The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) stands in solidarity with the families and loved ones of Marcedes Myran and Morgan Harris, following the identification and recovery of their remains from the Prairie Green Landfill outside of […]
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World Water Day
World Water Day Join us for a Virtual Lodge on UN World Water Day! Water is life, and on Saturday, March 22nd, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, we invite you to honour and celebrate it with Elder Renee Thomas-Hill. Grandmother Renee will share sacred water teachings and guide participants in a water offering ceremony […]
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ONWA Calls for the Reinstatement of a Dedicated WAGE Minister
ONWA Calls for the Reinstatement of a Dedicated WAGE Minister Thunder Bay, ON – The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney on assuming his new role as Canada’s 24th Prime Minister on Friday. We acknowledge that the Prime Minister and his newly appointed Cabinet are tasked with navigating Canada through unprecedented […]
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Indigenous Women Call of Recognition for Rights at 69th Session of UN Commission on the Status of Women
Indigenous Women Call of Recognition for Rights at 69th Session of UN Commission on the Status of Women New York, NY – Indigenous women across continents and three organizations joined together at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women’s 69th Session (UNCSW69) to amplify their voices and call for dedicated space by and […]
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International Women’s Day – Accelerating Action for Indigenous Women’s Safety and Leadership at United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
International Women’s Day – Accelerating Action for Indigenous Women’s Safety and Leadership at United Nations Commission on the Status of Women New York, NY – As part of our efforts to celebrate International Women’s Day, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is attending the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of […]
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Let Kindness Grow – Art Contest
Let Kindness Grow – Art Contest Learn More About The Contest Submit Your Artwork to Be Featured On Our Card Deck! February 26th is Pink Shirt Day and ONWA is building our bundle with a new card deck. Youth life promotion is looking for art submissions for this year’s anti-bully day show casing the idea: […]
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Human Trafficking Thrives in Silence and Lack of Awareness
Human Trafficking Thrives in Silence and Lack of Awareness Thunder Bay, ON – This National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) recognizes the importance of amplifying community knowledge of human trafficking as one of the fundamental steps that can be taken to combat it. ONWA acknowledges that Survivors are the experts […]
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ONWA is Celebrating Indigenous art, artists and families this Family Day!
ONWA is Celebrating Indigenous art, artists and families this Family Day! The Ontario holiday of Family Day on February 17, 2025 takes place during the Bear Moon, a time for storytelling, introspection and reflection. The blanket of snow that covers Mother Earth during this time is a gentle reminder to rest, recharge, and stay close […]
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