Cultural Safety & Support
Court Outcomes in Homicides of Indigenous Women and Girls, 2009–2021 (Statistics Canada)
This report from Statistics Canada examines homicide cases involving First Nations, Métis, and Inuit women and girls, highlighting disparities in victimization rates and justice system outcomes. It finds that Indigenous women and girls experience significantly higher rates of homicide and are most often harmed by someone known to them. The report also identifies differences in how cases are charged and sentenced, offering insight into broader patterns within the justice system.
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