Indigenous Women's Organizations to Respond to Budget 2026

MEDIA ADVISORY | November 10, 2026

Ottawa, ON – Leaders of Indigenous women’s organizations will hold a joint press conference on Parliament Hill to respond to the federal government’s Budget 2026 and raise concerns about the need for dedicated investments in Indigenous women’s safety, economic security and well-being.

The leaders will address the implementation of the 231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG2S+), as well as the importance of ensuring Indigenous women and their organizations have a meaningful role in federal policy, funding and decision-making processes.

The organizations will outline shared priorities, identify opportunities for stronger federal collaboration and call for a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney to advance concrete Indigenous women-led solutions.

EVENT DETAILS

What: Joint press conference by Indigenous women’s organizations on Budget 2026, MMIWG2S+ and meaningful inclusion in federal decision-making

When: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 1:30–2:00 p.m. EST

Where: Room 135-B, West Block, Parliament Hill, Ottawa

Speakers:

• Cora McGuire-Cyrette, CEO — Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)

• Josie Nepinak, President — Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC)

• Melanie Omeniho, President — Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO)

• Nancy Etok, President — Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada

Media availability: Statements followed by questions from the media.

For more information and media inquiries, contact:

Andre Morriseau, Communications Manager

Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)

Email: amorriseau@onwa.ca | Tel: 647-970-7661

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