City of Edmonton to Host MMIR Gathering to Spotlight Awareness and Action

MMIR Gathering

From January 9-10, the City of Edmonton will host the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Gathering at the Edmonton Inn and Conference Centre. The gathering will feature panel discussions, guest speakers, and a round dance provided by Creating Hope Society.

Kyla Pascal, City of Edmonton Strategic Planner for the Indigenous Relations Office spoke with CFWE on what attendees can expect from the two-day conference that will create a space for healing and connection.

Pascal adds that keynote speakers will discuss topics on MMIW, storytelling, and healing through art and live entertainment from local Indigenous artists.

Pascal speaks on the vital importance of highlighting the issues and topics on the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives, which requires multi-solutions and approaches from the City.

For more details on the MMIR Gathering, click here.