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News Highlights


ONWA Introduces Cultural Safety Training to Address Systemic Barriers in Healthcare
We are proud to introduce Indigenous Cultural Safety Training for Health Care Providers – grounded in lived experience, Indigenous knowledge, and a commitment to accountability and systemic change.
Apr 7


Water as Our Bloodline: Indigenous Women Upholding Sacred Responsibility
For generations, Indigenous women have stood at the forefront of protecting the water and Mother Earth by taking up their sacred roles as water carriers and land defenders.
Mar 22


International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: ONWA Stands with Indigenous Women
Canada now has the opportunity to end discrimination against First Nations women and their descendants in the Indian Act by accepting the Senate’s amendments to Bill S-2 to end the second-generation cut-off.
Mar 21


Witness in Red: Community Art Installation - Call for Artwork
Deadline for submission: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Mar 13


International Women’s Day: Indigenous Women’s Safety Must Be a Priority
ONWA calls for urgent action to address the ongoing violence against Indigenous women, emphasizing Indigenous women’s leadership, rights, and Indigenous-led solutions to advance safety, justice, and healing.
Mar 8

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Witness in Red: Community Art Installation - Call for Artwork
Deadline for submission: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Mar 13


Celebrating Indigenous Art, Artists, and Families this Family Day
Sneak peak and 5 exclusive colouring page of the Gaabaiwiin “Forever home for everything” colouring and activity book.
Feb 16


She Is Wise 2026 Registration
Don’t wait to secure your spot for the 7th Annual She Is Wise Nibwaakaa Inaadiziwin Conference!
Dec 1, 2025
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