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Events Promotions All Promotions Mocc Walk 2025 May 1-June 30, 2025 - Mocc Walk is a free and inclusive exercise challenge across Ontario that promotes a healthy lifestyle and diabetes awareness. Apr 17 Women's History Month 2025 What are you doing this Women’s History month to make actionable change? Feb 28 Let Kindness Grow – Art Contest Submit Your Artwork to Be Featured On Our Card Deck! February 26th is Pink Shirt Day and ONWA is building our bundle with a new card... Feb 25 Promotions Events Follow Us On Social Media Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Recognition Awards Each year, ONWA recognizes women whose work & contributions to the Indigenous community have made an impact upon the quality of life of Indigenous women & their families. Nominate someone today! LEARN MORE Recognition Awards Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions What does Women’s History Month means to you? Draw This Women's History Month enter ONWA’s draw for chance to win prizes. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions She is Wise Conference 5th Annual Conference Strengthening and Building Indigenous Women's Leaders Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Honouring Our Mothers Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring of Mother’s Day by sharing your beautiful entries and teachings magnifying the role of the mother in your lives. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Honouring Mother Earth Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring Mother Earth by picking up debris and garbage from your surrounding area to help reduce the harmful effects both have to the environment. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Who is your SHERO-kwe? Prize draw to celebrate the Indigenous women in your lives, in celebration of UN International Women’s Day (March 8th). Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Honouring Water March 22 was World Water Day and ONWA honoured water teachings and stories. Chi Miigwetch (Thank you) to everyone who participated! Your teachings and stories were beautiful, and we are honoured that you shared them with us. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Winter Family Gatherings Contest ONWA encouraged everyone to take some time to gather with family and reconnect with the land! We asked how you and your family were celebrating this Family Day. All submissions were entered into a draw for a chance to win prizes. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women Youth Art Design Contest ONWA is looking for Indigenous artwork for a T-shirt showcasing what ending violence against Indigenous women looks like to you. The winning designs will be showcased on T-shirts distributed across Ontario. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Diabetes Awareness Art Design Contest Calling all Indigenous artists! ONWA's Diabetes Awareness program is looking for Indigenous artwork for a Diabetes Awareness Month T-shirt, to showcase how we honour our bodies and prevent diabetes. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Mocc Walk A free walking challenge intended to increase awareness about diabetes and support physical activity. Annually May 1st to June 30th. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Strong Hands Stop Violence Register to participate our Poetry Night or submit a poem to be published in our Poetry Book to raise awareness of violence against women. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Culture Is Wellness Week Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating ONWA’s “Culture is Wellness” week in support of Mental Health Week (May 2-8). ONWA is hosted a series of daily virtual gatherings in support of good mental health. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Honouring Mother Earth Art Contest Indigenous youth artwork for Earth Day T-shirts contest, to showcase our commitment to honouring Mother Earth. Winning design showcased on t-shirt shared with Indigenous youth across Ontario. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions Mental Health Week Series of daily virtual gatherings in support of the 70th annual Canadian Mental Health Association Mental Health Week (May 3rd to May 9th, 2021). Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions 10 Days of Teachings Share Teachings that are meaningful to you as part of our effort to share and preserve them for future generations. Past Promotions Past Promotions Past Promotions 14 Days of Gratitude Photo Draw The practice of expressing gratitude helps improve mental and physical well-being. Past Top Events Past Promotions Recognition Awards Follow Us On Social

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Centralized Intake 1 - 800 - 667 - 0816 Overview Centralized Intake provides a single point of contact for referents and community members to access immediate supports and brief services across the province of Ontario. Services Offered Centralized Intake supports the needs of community members provincially using coordinated access and response approach. Allows community members a single point of entry to services offered across the province Provides immediate, brief and shortterm, focused support services Alleviates wait lists Assesses community member needs to support internal and external referrals to various programs and services Safety Planning and Advocacy supports Connections to education, information, and community resources Cultural supports and holistic services Provincially Available DELIVERY SITES Thunder Bay ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES PROGRAM BROCHURE

Our Services for Indigenous Women in Ottawa Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Program Listing Are you an Indigenous woman in Ottawa? We’re here for you. ONWA PROGRAMS & SERVICES IN OTTAWA Babaamendam (Trauma-Informed Care) Creates safe spaces for Indigenous women who wish to exit oppressive and violent situations. Hamilton | Napanee | Ottawa | Thunder Bay | Timmins LEARN MORE Breaking Free from Family Violence Delivers services to families at risk of or involved with child welfare and/or family violence sectors, and supports women to navigate through the complex systems encountered when experiencing violence and involvement in child welfare matters. K enora | Ottawa | Timmins LEARN MORE Centralized Intake Provides a single point of contact for referents and community members to access immediate supports and brief services across the province of Ontario. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Community Health Outreach Builds community capacity in community health and wellness, with the knowledge that if Indigenous women are well, the community is well. Provincially Available | Greenstone LEARN MORE Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women Provides education, training and tools to empower and support Indigenous women’s healing, specifically survivors of sexual assault and abuse, based on the needs of the individuals. Provincially Available | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Gladue Aftercare First ever Gladue Program for Indigenous women by Indigenous women. Provides supports and services to ensure Indigenous women’s voice is heard in the justice process. Hamilton | Ottawa LEARN MORE Gladue Writer First ever Gladue Program for Indigenous women by Indigenous women. Provides supports and services to ensure Indigenous women’s voice is heard in the justice process. Hamilton | Ottawa | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Indigenous Anti-Human Trafficking Supports Indigenous communities in providing survivor-focused and localized responses to end Human Trafficking. Provincially Available | Toronto LEARN MORE Indigenous Diabetes Education Educates and supports communities about the risk of diabetes and diabetes management. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Indigenous Healthy Babies Healthy Children Assists Indigenous families in providing the best possible opportunities for healthy development of children through family home visiting, service coordination, and referrals. Hamilton | Greenstone | K enora | Napanee | Ottawa | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Indigenous Registration Administrator The Indigenous Registration Administrator assists with the application, facilitation, and renewals for applicants who have already been registered under the Indian Act. Hamilton | Ottawa | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay | Timmins LEARN MORE Indigenous Responsible Gambling Awareness Provides community awareness, education, prevention, and resource development regarding responsible gambling for the benefit of all Indigenous women and their families. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Indigenous Women’s Leadership Builds capacity and supports Indigenous women as leaders in their current roles as leaders of organizations and communities. Maintaining relationships with ONWA’s membership. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Mindimooyenh Health Clinic Offers a holistic community member driven approach to vaccination and healthcare in a safe space. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Family Support Supports families and loved ones of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIWG) with the reconciliation and healing process. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Nihdawin Assists the Indigenous population in Thunder Bay that are at risk of homelessness, and those experiencing homelessness. Hamilton | Greenstone | K enora | Napanee | Ottawa | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay | Timmins LEARN MORE She is Wise Program Builds leadership and capacity rooted in Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing and being through a focus on Indigenous woman at the center approach. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Youth Life Promotion (Mentorship) Supports Indigenous youth life promotion and suicide prevention activities, including mental health and wellness supports, and clinical and land-based programming. Provincially Available | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Find out what programs, events and promotions ONWA is currently running. VIEW PROGRAM CALENDAR

Gladue Writer & Gladue Aftercare FIRST EVER GLADUE PROGRAM FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN BY INDIGENOUS WOMEN Gladue Writer Overview Gladue Writer prepares and submits culturally grounded and individually focused recommendations to the courts for consideration during sentencing. Services Offered Gladue Writer provides supports and services to ensure that Indigenous women’s voices, aged 12 and over are heard in the justice system. Aftercare Gladue Reports & Letters Bail letters Referrals Cultural Practices Education and Awareness Access to Traditional Ceremony and cultural teachings Legal services (advocacy & court support) DELIVERY SITES Hamilton Ottawa Thunder Bay ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES DOWNLOAD BROCHURE DOWNLOAD GLADUE REQUEST FORM Gladue Aftercare Overview Gladue Aftercare supports Indigenous women from the initial Gladue interview onward. Services Offered Gladue Aftercare works with the Gladue program to provide culturally relevant, full circle supports and services to Indigenous women. Access to Traditional Ceremony and cultural teachings Assist in navigating the conditions of their release Education and Awareness Referrals, as required Advocacy and resource support in the community Assist in addressing identified barriers (housing, addictions, trauma) DELIVERY SITES Hamilton Ottawa ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES DOWNLOAD BROCHURE Gladue Bail Letters Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Since 1999, the Canadian criminal justice system and the Criminal Code have been trying to address the over incarceration rates of Indigenous Women across Canada through the writing of Gladue Reports at a finding or pleading of guilt. However, despite over 20 years of implementing s. 718.2(e) of the Criminal Code and Gladue Principles in the criminal justice system, Indigenous Women continue to be incarcerated at increasing, disproportionate rates. ONWA has been writing Gladue Reports at the sentencing of Indigenous women since 2018, and as an organization, we recognize that overincarceration starts well before sentencing at the denial of bail. ONWA will now be writing Gladue Bail Letters for Indigenous accused women at the Ottawa and Brantford Courthouses come November 1, 2021. To request a Bail Letter, please download our Gladue Request Form and send it to the Program Coordinator at gladue@onwa.ca To request a Gladue report, please contact us: SUBMIT Thanks for submitting! Top Gladue Writer Gladue Aftercare Video Contact

Rules and Regulations These are the official promotional rules and regulations for the Ontario Native Women’s Association’s (ONWA) “14 Days of Grateful Photo Draw”. Entry in “the draw” constitutes acceptance of these rules and regulations (the “draw rules and regulations”), and entrants are bound by these rules and regulations. By checking the "I agree to the rules and regulations" box on the on-line ballot and by clicking the SUBMIT button on the same on-line ballot, all participant's agree to these rules and regulations. Draw Name : 14 Days of Grateful Photo Draw Draw Period: Friday April 10, 2020 – Thursday April 23, 2020 Draw Dates: Every day beginning Friday April 10, 2020, up to and including Thursday April 23, 2020. Draw Daily Prizes : Two (2) prizes each day during the draw period will be awarded, for a total of twenty-eight (28) individual prizes. Each draw prize consists of one (1) prepaid visa gift card in the amount of one-hundred dollars CDN (CDN $100.00). No cash option is available. For the purpose of these official rules and regulations the following terms/definitions apply: ONWA : Ontario Native Women’s Association Qualifying Period : B eginning Thursday April 9, 2020, up to and including Thursday April 23, 2020. Daily Prize(s) : A daily draw for a prize during the promotional period. Qualified Entrant : A resident of the province of Ontario 18 years of age or older, or who is under the age of 18 years of age, with authorization of their guardian. Individuals who are ineligible include employees of the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), all sponsors related to “the draw”, their dealers, subsidiaries, agents and affiliates and their respective advertising agencies, members of such employees’ immediate families, same household members. For the purposes of all draws, immediate family is defined as mother, father, in-laws, grandmother, grandfather, brother or spouse, sister or spouse, children and grandchildren. Qualified Entry : Entry ballots are generated when a Qualified Entrant enters the draw in accordance with these rules and regulations. How to Enter There is one (1) way to enter the ”14 Days of Grateful Photo Draw”. Beginning Friday April 10, 2020 at 12:00pm ET up to and including Thursday April 23, 2020 at 11:59am ET qualified entrants can visit www.onwa.ca directly or via a link provided on the Ontario Native Women’s Association Facebook page, and complete an on-line ballot (one ballot during the promotional period) which includes submission of a photo with accompanying description and collection of the following information: First Name, Last Name Email details Mailing address details Phone number Agree that the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) has the right to use, publish submitted photo on social media platforms. Each day at 4:00 pm ET, two (2) random winners will be selected. Participant's may enter one (1) time during the promotional period. If participants enter multiple times during the promotional period, all entries after the first original entry will NOT be considered. The"virtual ballot drum" will not be emptied. All entries qualify during the length of the promotional period. Winners of daily draws will be contacted the following morning of a daily draw and winner names will be published on social media. Every attempt will be made to contact winners. In the event the winner cannot be contacted, a message will be left, and/or an email notifying a winner will be completed. General Rules and Regulations By participation in “the draw”, entrants agree to release/indemnify/hold harmless Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and/or LinkedIn. The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) acknowledges that “the draw” is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and/or LinkedIn. No purchase is necessary to participate in “the draw”. All winners must answer a skill testing question before any prize is awarded. There is a maximum of one (1) entry per person per promotional period. Personal information collected from draw entrants will be used solely by the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) for the purpose of administering “the draw”. By participating in “the draw”, each entrant consents to collection, use and disclosure of personal information for these purposes. By participating in ONWA's "14 Days of Grateful", all participant's agree to having photos, description of photo and name published on social media platforms identified in Rule 1 and 2. Prizes must be accepted as awarded, and are non-transferable, nor do awarded prizes have cash value. Prizing will be mailed to draw winners according to mailing instructions completed in the on-line ballot (see R&R 2). To claim a prize, you a resident of the province of Ontario 18 years of age or older, or who is under the age of 18 years of age, with authorization of their guardian. The Ontario Native Women’s Association is not responsible for complications that take place with email servers, telephone lines and/or computer delivery. The Ontario Native Women’s Association is not responsible for misdirected entries. In the case of an email entry, if the identity of an entrant is in disputed, the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at the time of entry will be deemed to be the entrant. The individual assigned to the e-mail address for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address is considered the authorized account holder of the e-mail address associated with the selected entry. All entries must be submitted from a valid e-mail account that may be identified by reverse domain name search. The sole determinant of time for the purposes of receipt of a valid entry in this draw server machine(s). Any attempt to deliberately damage any web site or to undermine the legitimate operation of this promotion is a violation of criminal and civil laws, and should such an attempt be made, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reserves the right to seek remedies and damages to the fullest extent permitted by law, including criminal prosecution. The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reserves the right to deny a draw entrant a prize in the event an entrant fails to meet any of the above conditions. The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reserves the right to amend these official draw rules and regulations at any time. Should amendments occur, the Ontario Native Women’s Association will take action to communicate new rules within 48 hours of amendments to the official rules and regulations. All entries acquired through entry into “the draw” become property of the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) and shall in no case be returned to the draw entrant. Subject to applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws, these rules govern all aspects of this official rules and regulations and are binding. If “the draw” is cancelled for any reason, “the draw” will end with no compensation offered to existing qualified entrants or draw prize winners. The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is not liable for delays or cancellation of “the draw”. The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) reserves the right to cancel “the draw” or disqualify a participant due to fraud, technical failures, or human errors, the draw cannot be held as originally planned by the station and associated sponsors. All prizes will be mailed within 30 days of winning.

Learn more about the Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA) with this at a glance corporate overview. At the Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous women and girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community and internationally for generations to come. ONWA VISION Vision What's Happening NEWS & PRESS RELEASES READ MORE What's Happening About ONWA VALUES & KEY AREAS OF FOCUS ONWA is committed to using a human rights framework for our work. As our foundation, we use the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) . This framework supports Indigenous women’s individual and collective rights to have their own agencies, to be directly and meaningfully engaged on issues that directly impact them and the reclaiming of their leadership. RECLAIM Indigenous women’s role as matriarchs (leadership) in their families and communities. RESTORE Indigenous women’s identity and inherent rights beyond a jurisdictional approach. RECONCILE relationships to ensure that Indigenous women have a right to safety regardless of location. RECOGNIZE that Indigenous women are the medicine needed to heal ourselves, families, and communities. ONWA’S 9 KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Mother Earth Family Violence Sexual Violence Child Welfare Human Trafficking Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Housing and Homelessness Justice Health LEARN MORE About ONWA Key Document Key Documents ONWA KEY DOCUMENTS 2021-2031 Strategic Picture Based on the wisdom and knowledge of thousands of Indigenous women throughout the province of Ontario. DOWNLOAD 2020 Reconciliation with Indigenous Women Changing the Story of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Report. DOWNLOAD 2023-2024 Infographic A high level overview of ONWA, including statistics and government savings. DOWNLOAD 2017-2018 Journey to Safe Spaces Indigenous Anti-Human Trafficking Engagement Report. DOWNLOAD 2023-2024 Annual Report Collective Voices: Healing. Intention. Community. DOWNLOAD BI-ANNUAL She Is Wise Magazine An empowering voice for Indigenous women in print and online. READ READ MORE Media Requests First name Last name Email Write a message Submit Thanks for submitting! Social Media Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

Winter Family Gatherings Contest TAKE SOME TIME THIS FAMILY DAY TO GATHER WITH YOUR FAMILY AND RECONNECT WITH THE LAND [Back to Promotions page] General Rules and Regulations - "Winter Family Gatherings Contest" These are the official contest rules and regulations for the Ontario Native Women’s Association’s (ONWA) Winter Family Gatherings Contest . Entry in “the contest” constitutes acceptance of these rules and regulations (the “contest rules and regulations”), and entrants are bound by these contest rules and regulations. Contest Name: Winter Family Gatherings Contest Contest Period: Beginning 7:00 AM EST Friday February 3, 2023, and ending 11:59 PM EST Tuesday February 21, 2023. Contest Draw Dates: Thursday February 23, 2023 Overview: ONWA wants to know how you and your family are celebrating this Family Day. Submit your entry telling us about how you and your family are celebrating this Family Day. Share a photo, video, or tell us a story about what you are doing as a family. Complete the Submissio n Form to receive an entry into the virtual drum ballot drum for a random draw(s). Definitions For the purpose of these official contest rules and regulations the following terms/definitions apply: ONWA: Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) Contest Qualifying Period: The 24-hour period from 12:01AM ET on one day to 11:59 PM the following day during the contest period. Contest Prizing: A draw(s) for the number of prizes during the contest period. Qualified Entrant: A resident of the province of Ontario 18 years of age or older, or who is under the age of 18 years of age, with authorization of their guardian. Individuals who are ineligible include employees of the (ONWA), all sponsors related to “the contest”, their dealers, subsidiaries, agents and affiliates and their respective advertising agencies, members of such employees’ immediate families, same household members. For the purposes of all contests, immediate family is defined as mother, father, in-laws, grandmother, grandfather, brother or spouse, sister or spouse, children, and grandchildren. Qualified Entry: Entry ballots are generated when a Qualified Entrant enters the contest in accordance with these Contest rules and regulations. Contest Prizes There will be a total of 3 prize winners. Prizes will be: Mini-family vacation Family set of snowshoes Family entertainment and games basket Winners will be notified through ONWA's social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and via email notification and telephone for a total of three (3) attempts. How to Enter There is one (1) way to enter the “Winter Family Gatherings Contest" Beginning 7:00 AM EST Friday February 3, 2023, and ending 11:59 PM EST Tuesday February 21, 2023. Qualified entrants can visit www.onwa.ca directly or via a link provided in the advertising, and complete an online ballot which includes submission of a photo and/or video with accompanying description and collection of the following information: First and last name Email details Mailing address details Telephone number Agree that the ONWA has the right to use, publish submitted photo on social media platforms. Qualified entrant's who participate in "the consent", by selecting/clicking the consent button agree to allow the ONWA to use submitted stories/descriptions, photos, videos, names for the purpose storytelling, sharing and honouring, via social media platforms and website (onwa.ca). General Contest Rules and Regulations By participation in “the contest”, entrants agree to release/indemnify/hold harmless Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn. By participating in the "consent" you agree to allow ONWA to use stories/descriptions/photos/video submissions on social media channels for the purpose of storytelling, sharing and honouring Indigenous women and families. ONWA acknowledges that “the contest” is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn. No purchase is necessary to participate in “the contest”. All winners must answer a skill testing question before any prize is awarded. There is no maximum of the number of entries per person per promotional period. Personal information collected from contest entrants will be used solely by ONWA for the purpose of administering “the contest”. By participating in “the contest”, each entrant consents to collection, use and disclosure of personal information for these purposes. Prizes must be accepted as awarded, and are non-transferable, nor do awarded prizes have cash value. Prizing will be mailed to contest winners according to mailing instructions completed in the online ballot (see R&R 2). To claim a prize, you a resident of the province of Ontario 18 years of age or older, or who is under the age of 18 years of age, with authorization of their guardian. ONWA is not responsible for complications that take place with email servers, telephone lines and/or computer delivery. ONWA is not responsible for misdirected entries. In the case of an email entry, if the identity of an entrant is in disputed, the authorized account holder of the e-mail address submitted at the time of entry will be deemed to be the entrant. The individual assigned to the e-mail address for the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address is considered the authorized account holder of the e-mail address associated with the selected entry. All entries must be submitted from a valid e-mail account that may be identified by reverse domain name search. The sole determinant of time for the purposes of receipt of a valid entry in this contest server machine(s). Any attempt to deliberately damage any website or to undermine the legitimate operation of this promotion is a violation of criminal and civil laws, and should such an attempt be made, ONWA reserves the right to seek remedies and damages to the fullest extent permitted by law, including criminal prosecution. ONWA reserves the right to deny a contest entrant a contest prize in the event a contest entrant fails to meet any of the above conditions. ONWA reserves the right to amend these official contest rules and regulations at any time. Should amendments occur, ONWA will take action to communicate new rules within 48 hours of amendments to the official contest rules and regulations. All entries acquired through entry into “the contest” become property of ONWA and shall in no case be returned to the contest entrant. Subject to applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws, these rules govern all aspects of this official contest rules and regulations and are binding. If “the contest” is cancelled for any reason, “the contest” will end with no compensation offered to existing qualified entrants or contest prize winners. ONWA is not liable for delays or cancellation of “the contest”. ONWA reserves the right to cancel “the contest” or disqualify a participant due to fraud, technical failures, or human errors, the contest cannot be held as originally planned by the station and associated sponsors. Any person entering the contest in such a way that it will corrupt the fair and honest conduct of the contest or could interfere with any other contestant’s chances of participating or winning, will be disqualified. All prizes will be mailed within 30 days of winning.

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women Overview This initiative provides support services to Indigenous women, specifically survivors of sexual assault and abuse, based on the needs of the individuals. Services are holistic and incorporate multi-faceted supports to ensure healing from, and an understanding of, sexual violence and abuse. This program provides education specific workshops that identify supports, signs and knowledge sharing of sexual violence and abuse. Provincially Available DELIVERY SITES Sioux Lookout Thunder Bay ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES LEARNING RESOURCES Services Offered Assist women to move forward after sexual assault Increase access to victim services for I ndigenous women Heighten awareness and understanding of sexual assault and abuse among Indigenous women and girls who have already been victimized and who, in many cases, are at risk of re-victimization P rovide access to traditional healing ceremonies Educate service providers, health professionals, community leaders and community members in general about sexual violence towards Indigenous girls and women Develop working relationships with community partners to develop strategies to address sexual violence towards Indigenous women and girls Community Supports Intake Advocacy Healing Circles Cultural Teachings Assist with basic needs Assist with transportation Emergency crisis & child care Assessment & goal setting Group & individual counseling (traditional and contemporary) Education & awareness workshops Referrals Partnering with Community Agencies Aftercare follow-up & support She was powerful, not because she wasn't scared but because she went on so strongly despite the fear - ATTICUS

Honouring Our Mothers WINNERS TBA Submit Please ensure your submission does not include copyright protected material. Miigwetch. Ogiin OJIBWE mother (noun) caregiver (verb) bring up (a child) with care and affection look after (someone) kindly and protectively We want to hear about what "mother" means to you! May 14 th is Mother's Day and ONWA in honouring mothers. Submit a photo, share a teaching from, or tell a story that reflects the role of a past or present mother figure in your life for a chance to win prizes! About Submissions close at 11:59 PM EST on Sunday, May 14th, 2023 . Draw will take place and winner's will be announced on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 Deadline How do I win prizes? Complete the Submission Form to receive an entry into the virtual ballot drum for our random draw. There will be ten (10) grand prize winners. Grand prize winners will be divided between two kinds of participants: Community Members (5) Membership, ONWA Chapters and Councils (5) Winners will be notified through ONWA’s social media channels, by email or telephone. Prize Bundle includes: Floral Art Paint Kit Bla nket Calling my Spirit Back book (How you use the prize is up to you.) “Ceremonies have enriched my life, and [provided] a strong connection with my mom, with my Nohkom, all of my ancestors, and a connection to the land.” Ahkamayimo Linklater, Grandmothers to Granddaughters by Anna-Liza Badaloo, page 30 She Is Wise Magazine 2022 Spring/Summer edition Prizes What defines a "mother"? The Honouring Our Mothers promotion defines a mother as anyone who is a caregiver, who brings up (a child) with care and affection, and who looks after (someone) kindly and protectively. They do not have to be your biological parent. They can be your guardian, your foster parent, your aunt, your grandmother, or other relation. They can be living or in the Spirit World. How do I participate? Submit your entry through our Submission Form telling us about what "mother" means to you. Share a teaching from or tell us a story that reflects the role of a mother in your life. How many entries can I submit? You can submit one entry per person through our Submission Form . How long is this promotion? The promotion begins on Monday May 1s t, 2023 and ends on Sunday, May 14th at 11:59pm EST. Draw will take place and winner's will be announced on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023. Who can participate? Anyone – women, men, youth and children! What are the Rules and Regulations of this promotion? Click here to read the full Rules and Regulations for this promotion. Please be aware that by participating in this promotion you agree to follow the Rules and Regulations outlined for this promotion. Rules & Regulations Past Winners 2022

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Community Health Outreach Overview Community Health Outreach promotes health, healthy lifestyles choices, and education about health care, illness prevention, and how to reduce or escape family violence. Our program provides Indigenous women with access to Cultural programming and ceremony, individual and group sessions, and to further build a community connection than contributes to improved health-outcomes. Services Offered Access to Traditional supports and Ceremony Health Awareness Health Care appointments support Liaise with service providers Advocacy Individual and programming Systems navigation Referrals and aftercare Educational resources Provincially Available DELIVERY SITES Greenstone ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) CHAPTER SITES Sioux Lookout Sunset Women's Aboriginal Circle Thunder Bay Beendigen, Inc OTHER RESOURCES MINDIMOOYENH HEALTH CLINIC

Strategic Picture Strategic Picture 2021-2031 This strategic picture is based on the wisdom and knowledge of thousands of Indigenous women throughout the province of Ontario. We are honoured to bring Indigenous women’s wisdom forward by actioning their recommendations for change. We thank our membership, our Board of Directors, and all the courageous Indigenous women who continue to share their wisdom and bravely take up their responsibilities every day. Lastly, we acknowledge our staff, partners and helpers who walk this journey with us. DOWNLOAD Reconciliation with Indigenous Women CHANGING THE STORY OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN AND GIRLS (2020) ONWA's Recommendations for the National Action Plan to Address Violence Against Indigenous Women and Girls. This report embodies critical recommendations that must be integrated into the national Action Plan to address violence against Indigenous women and girls. Indigenous women are at the center of our families and communities. We need to be at the center of the National Action Plan. DOWNLOAD LEARN MORE Reconciliation with Indigenous Women Journey to Safe Spaces INDIGENOUS ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING ENGAGEMENT REPORT Ontario’s Strategy to End Human Trafficking launched in 2016. It aims to increase awareness and coordination efforts, improve survivors’ access to services, and enhance justice sector initiatives. The strategy reflects the diverse views of survivors, front-line community agencies, public safety representatives, and Indigenous organizations. Supporting survivors and p roviding safeguards for those at risk of trafficking is a part of Ontario’s vision to ensure that everyone in the province can live in safety free from the threat, fear, or experience of exploitation and violence. DOWNLOAD LEARN MORE Journey to Safe Spaces Projects with Partners GOOD THINGS HAPPEN WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER HELPLINE Talk4Healing A culturally grounded, fully confidential helpline for Indigenous women available in 14 languages all across Ontario. VISIT WEBSITE REPORT, 2015 Breaking Free, Breaking Through An arts-based research project to examine violence against Indigenous women. DOWNLOAD REPORT, 1989 Breaking Free A proposal for change to Indigenous Family Violence. DOWNLOAD REPORT, 2007 Strategic Framework to EVAAW A Strategic Framework to End Violence Against Aboriginal Women DOWNLOAD Projects with Partners Annual Reports SEE WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO 2023-2024 ANNUAL REPORT Collective Voices: Healing. Intention. Community. DOWNLOAD 2020-2021 ANNUAL REPORT Celebrating 50 Years - The Journey of Indigenous Women's Leadership DOWNLOAD 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT Falling Leaves Moon DOWNLOAD 2022-2023 ANNUAL REPORT Mother Earth: Women are medicine Land. Healing. Roles. DOWNLOAD 2019-2020 ANNUAL REPORT Blue Moon DOWNLOAD 2016-2017 ANNUAL REPORT Reclaiming Our Roles as Mothers and Leaders DOWNLOAD 2021-2022 ANNUAL REPORT Indigenous women's leadership for generations to come DOWNLOAD 2018-2019 ANNUAL REPORT Freezing Moon DOWNLOAD 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT Reconciliation with Indigenous Women; An Indigenous Women's Journey DOWNLOAD Annual Reports More OTHER REPORTS FROM ONWA 2024 Beyond the Inquiry ONWA's journey 5 years after the National Inquiry Final Report DOWNLOAD 2021 Heart Work Experiences of Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs DOWNLOAD 2023-2024 Infographic A high level overview of ONWA, including statistics and government savings. DOWNLOAD REPORT, 2014 Water Commission Toolkit Ontario Indigenous Women’s Water Commission DOWNLOAD 2016-2021 ONWA Strategic Picture ONWA's strategic goals and aim for the organization. DOWNLOAD More Submissions See our policy advocacy for Indigenous women at the provincial, national, and international levels CEDAW, 2024 89th CEDAW Session Shadow Report ONWA's CEDAW Session Recommendations for Canada DOWNLOAD UNCSW69, 2025 Thirty Years After the Beijing Declaration of Indigenous Women An overview of the 1995 Beijing Declaration of Indigenous Women DOWNLOAD More Top More More Projects with Partners Strategic Picture Reconciliation with Indigenous Women Annual Reports Journey to Safe Spaces Reports 6