Thunder Bay, ON – On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Women and Girls, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) honours the critical roles and responsibilities that Indigenous women play in our families, communities, and Nations. Indigenous women are leaders, knowledge keepers and caregivers with inherent rights that must be upheld. At the same time, we know that Indigenous women also experience racism, systemic discrimination and unacceptable levels of vi

The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is attending the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference from August 16-19, 2026, in Ottawa. Highlights Here are some highlights from our time there (click to jump to section): What is the AMO Conference? Why We Are Attending the Conference At the Conference - Day 1 At the Conference - Day 2 What is the AMO Conference? The AMO Conference is the annual conference organized by the Association of Municipalities of O

We are honouring Indigenous women and the sacred act of nourishing our children. ONWA is celebrating and honouring the sacred act of nourishing our children. Throughout World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7, 2026), we will be sharing cultural teachings, breastfeeding resources, and video that uplift and empower. Highlights (click to jump to section): Free Print-ables! Fun Facts Resources for Lactation Support Free Print-ables! Download and print these free assets: Breastfeedin