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Honouring Mother Earth SMALL ACTIONS, BIG IMPACT [Back to Promotions page] General Rules and Regulations - "Honouring Mother Earth" These are the official contest rules and regulations for the Ontario Native Women’s Association’s (ONWA) "Honouring Mother Earth" 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: Honouring Mother Earth Contest Period: Beginning 7:00 AM EST Friday April 7th, 2023, and ending 11:59 PM EST Saturday April 22nd, 2023. Contest Draw Dates: Monday, April 24th, 2023 Overview: Saturday, April 22nd is Earth Day; a day that celebrates and promotes environmental awareness and action. ONWA has long been invested in the protection of Mother Earth, as ONWA knows that the wellness of the land is linked to the wellness of Indigenous women and their families. Everyone can individually take responsibility for community impact on Mother Earth. ONWA is asking community "What actions are you taking to protect Mother Earth?". Community is asked to submit a photo/video/story about what steps they are taking to protect Mother Earth for a chance to win an prizes. 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 Protecting Mother Earth Kit (includes "Mother Nature" by Kevin Belmore Paint Kit, maple syrup, wild rice, and a "Breath of Life" Cosmetic Bag set) 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) Completes Submission Forms will count as an entry into the virtual ballot drum for the random winner's draw. In the case of multiple entries, there will only be one entry counted per person. Winners of the draw will be notified through ONWA’s social media channels, and by email or teleph one. How to Enter There is one (1) way to enter the "Honouring Mother Earth" Contest Beginning 7:00 AM EST Friday April 7th, 2023, and ending 11:59 PM EST Saturday April 22nd, 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 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 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.

Honouring Water 2023 WINNERS Submit Please ensure your submission does not include copyright protected material. Miigwetch. About We want to hear about what water means to you! March 22 is World Water Day and ONWA is honouring water teachings and stories. Share a teaching about water or tell us how water is impacting your life, and your community. Why do you honour water? Is, or has, your community been under a boil water advisory? What is the significance of water in your life? Submit a photo/video/write up explaining what water means to you to be entered into a draw to win a water bundle prize! THE TEACHING OF THE HUMMINGBIRD: One day there was a large forest fire that broke out. All the wild animals ran for their lives. They stood at the edge of the blaze, watching the flames in terror and sadness. Above their heads, a hummingbird flew steadily back and forth to the fire. The bigger animals asked the tiny little bird what she was doing. She replied, “I am flying to the lake to get water to help put out the fire.” All the animals began to laugh at her and said, “You can’t put out this fire by yourself!” The tiny hummingbird responded, “I’m doing what I can.” 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. Grand Prizes include: A hummingbird water bottle Reusable bag with hummingbird on it Hummingbird art piece designed by Deanna Therriault Including the card that you are designing explaining the hummingbird story First 40 submissions receive re-usable bag with hummingbird art print (1 prize per person)! Prizes Submissions close at 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 . Draw will take place and winner's will be announced on Friday, March 24th, 2023 Deadline How do I participate? Submit your entry as a video, photo with written explanation, or a written entry using the Submission Form . How many entries can I submit? You can submit as many entries as you wish to share. Each entry requires a separate submission via the Submission Form . For every entry submitted, you will receive one entry into the virtual ballot drum for the Grand Prize Draw. By entering multiple entries you increase your chance to win. You can win one (1) prize per person. How long is this promotion? 8 days – beginning on Wednesday March 15th and closing at 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday March 22nd, 2023. The final prize draw taking place on Friday March 24th, 2023. Who can participate? Residence of Ontario. If you are under the age 18, please ensure that you have parental consent to participate. 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 2023 Winners 2022 Winne rs

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls (MMIWG) WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ONWA recognizes and honours families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls NATIONAL ACTION PLAN Ontario’s Strategy: PATHWAYS TO SAFETY REPORT (2021) PLACEMAT OVERVIEW PATHWAYS ONWA's Report: RECONCILIATION WITH INDIGENOUS WOMEN REPORT (2020) 13 RECOMMENDATIONS INDIGENOUS GENDER-BASED ANALYSIS Community Resources: VIDEOS GRANDMOTHER EARTH DRESS National Action Plan MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA+ PEOPLE NATIONAL ACTION PLAN LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NATIONAL ACTION PLAN National Action Plan Ontario's Strategy Pathways to Safety Report Pathways to Safety ONTARIO’S STRATEGY IN RESPONSE TO THE FINAL REPORT INTO MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN AND GIRLS (2021) “As the bearers of the future generations of our peoples, Indigenous women, mothers, are physically and symbolically the source of resistance against those who would see us disappear.” – Dr. Dawn Lavell-Harvard, ONWA. With the truth uncovered and the government respecting the recommendations of Indigenous women, the plan is a solid foundation for lasting change. The Ontario government’s plan outlines six key areas where action is needed. READ THE REPORT (ENGLISH) READ THE REPORT (FRENCH) Placemat OVERVIEW OF ONTARIO’S PATHWAYS TO SAFETY REPORT The Indigenous Women’s Advisory Council has developed a placemat that is a companion to Ontario’s Response. The placemat illustrates the structure and recommendations of Ontario's MMIWG response, while also incorporating cultural elements. DOWNLOAD the placemat in: ENGLISH INUKTITUT MICHIF MOHAWK MOOSE CREE OJIBWAY OJI-CREE SWAMPY CREE Placemat Pathways BASED ON ONTARIO’S PATHWAYS TO SAFETY REPORT Pathway to Safety and Security We begin in the East by creating safe spaces for Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ persons by identifying systemic change. Ontario will support Indigenous women to lead what is needed to increase safety and healing. Key Initiatives, such as addressing social and economic marginalization, will act as protective factors against the violence faced by Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ persons. Pathway to Health and Well Being We move to the South and we restore Indigenous wellness practices and ways of being by applying an Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis that leads to action and change. Ontario’s actions and initiatives seek to promote community-led renewal and restoration of health by including Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+-centered approaches to the health system delivery. This includes programs and services to improve access, promote safety, and increase culturally relevant and appropriate treatment and mental health services across Ontario. Pathway to Justice In the West, we work together to reclaim our rights and affect systems change to ensure justice for all. Ontario will focus on systems-wide transformation informed by Indigenous perspectives and structural change in priority areas including justice, policing and child welfare. Pathway to Culture From the North, we take action to continue the work of reclamation, to ensure our identity is recognized. Respecting cultural rights means renewing honour for Indigenous women - it means celebrating and embracing women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ persons as sacred and valuable. Initiatives that seek to promote healing by supporting the restoration, reclamation and revitalization of Indigenous languages, cultures and identities are key. Pathways ONWA's Report "Indigenous women must not go missing from the National Action Plan." (Cora McGuire-Cyrette, Executive Director, ONWA) Reconciliation with Indigenous Women Report 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 ONWA'S REPORT 13 Recommendations 13 Recommendations FROM THE RECONCILIATION WITH INDIGENOUS WOMEN (2020) REPORT For decades now, ONWA has worked to end violence against Indigenous women. Our recommendations are well-informed, prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of Indigenous women and their families, and seek to ensure that no additional harms will come to Indigenous women. Theses recommendations were developed by combining research, community submissions, and ONWA’s expertise: (Click the recommendations title to view the full details.) 1. The Safety of Indigenous Women Must be at the Centre of the National Action Plan 2. Centre the National Action Plan on Indigenous Women - Restore Indigenous Women’s Roles and Responsibilities through the National Action Plan 3. Invest in Indigenous Women and Our Organizations 4. Reclaim and Restore the Role of Indigenous Women as Mothers 5. Invest in Healing 6. Restoration of Indigenous Women’s Inherent Rights 7. Restoring Balance within Communities 8. Addressing the Many Forms of Violence that Indigenous Women and Girls Face 9. Moving Beyond the Legal System to Justice 10. Policy and Research Capacity – Revealing the Story and Understanding its Meaning 11. Education – Learn the Truth 12. Culturally-Appropriate Services and Systems that Indigenous Women Navigate 13. Accountability IGBA Model Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis VISUAL REPRESENTATION ONWA’s Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis (IGBA) provides a deeper understanding of issues facing Indigenous women and the multiple systems we navigate. ONWA identified 28 systems from listening to Indigenous women as the experts in their lives. All of the systems have embedded systemic racism and perpetuate violence against Indigenous women. ONWA’s IGBA is built from an analysis of existing anti-violence work ONWA undertook over 50 years. It is designed to identify and eliminate factors that create any form of violence against Indigenous women. This graphic is a representation of the 28 systems and our roles and responsibilities based on teachings from the turtle. It starts with an understanding that we are ALWAYS moving in a direction – forward, backwards or sideways. When we are in balance as Indigenous women, we can be guided by Creator and culture. The turtle’s head represents Creator’s purpose for us. Every Indigenous woman has a purpose and gifts to fulfill that purpose. The turtle’s tail represents community needs. Each Indigenous woman is intended to use her gifts to contribute to her community’s restoration and maintenance of balance. The turtle’s feet represent the four roles Indigenous women need to maintain: Self – Our role as strong and healthy Indigenous women in the world. Family – Our role to restore and maintain a strong and healthy Indigenous family. Community – Our gifts and skills to rebuild and restore Indigenous communities. Our organizations can sometimes be our community. Nation – Our gifts and skills to rebuild and restore Nations (Indigenous, First Nation, Provincial, National) The turtle’s shell represents the 13 Grandmother Moons, each moon corresponding with a key recommendation. Community Resources Videos Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls (MMIWG) Indigenous women’s solutions key to Reconciliation with Indigenous Women (2020) Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing Indigenous women’s solutions key to Reconciliation with Indigenous Women (2020) 01:27 Play Video Now Playing Grandmother Earth Dress 01:46 Play Video Now Playing Theland Kicknosoway Honour Song 01:11 Play Video Now Playing ONWA Annual Sisters in Spirit Vigil 01:01 Play Video Grandmother Earth Dress Grandmother Earth Dress HEALING & HONOURING INDIGENOUS WOMEN & GIRLS IN THE SPIRIT WORLD The Grandmother Earth Dress is a traditional red jingle dress, created by the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), and inspired by Jaime Black’s REDress Project. She honours and acknowledges Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. She also serves as a sacred item of healing for families as well as communities to commemorate their loved ones. She is meant for families to visualize their loved one in beautiful traditional regalia. Métis artist Jaime Black started the REDress Project ( www.theredressproject.org ) to call attention to the gendered and racialized nature of violent crimes committed against Indigenous women and to evoke a presence through the marking of absence. Inspired by her work and our own work with Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people, ONWA created Grandmother Earth Dress. 365 jingles on the dress represent a year round call for justice and safety for Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. While the colour red is not normally part of the Journey Ceremony, this specific dress was born out of vision and ceremony through the guidance and consultation of Elders, Healers, and Knowledge Keepers, where she received her name Grandmother Earth Dress. Through ceremony and teachings, guidance and explanation told that Grandmother Earth Dress came from the Southern Direction to honour women, girls, and Two-Spirit people as missing loved ones and as mothers, daughters, aunties, sisters, grandmothers, nieces and cousins. They will know the dress is made for them. They will know that they are loved. Grandmother Earth Dress travels throughout Ontario to support families and communities. She is never meant to be worn in this realm but is symbolic of those in the spirit world. ONWA cares and provides ceremony for her four times per year, when she travels, and to prepare her for the community she will be visiting. ONWA would like to offer special acknowledgement to staff members Collin Graham and Lindsay Tyance, for their dream and hard work to bring forward Grandmother Earth Dress; and to recognize Rita Tyance for beadwork; and Jordis Duke for her creative ability to capture the essence of the Grandmother Earth Dress in ‘She Dances …and they dance with her’ artwork (right). Ontario Native Women's Association Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Commemorative Art Project Top Placemat IGBA Model Grandmother Earth Dress Pathways to Safety Report Reconciliation with Indigenous Women Report 13 Recommendations Pathways National Action Plan Videos Commemorative Art Project

At the 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. Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA) Vision Our Vision About Us About Us The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Established in 1971, ONWA delivers culturally enriched programs and services to Indigenous women and their families regardless of their status or locality. We are committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantee the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language and heritage. Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health services, environmental stewardship and economic development, sit at the cornerstone of the organization. ONWA insists on social and cultural well–being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best life. ONWA welcomes and has always been inclusive of all self-identifying Indigenous women and girls, including Two-Spirit people. This includes welcoming the many social identities that we each hold. READ ONWA'S STRATEGIC PICTURE TO LEARN MORE Values 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. Our Values Strategic Issues Model Strategic Issues Model Organizational Structure Organizational Structure At ONWA, we do not see one person as more important than the other, but rather, we focus on each of our responsibilities as part of the whole. We come together in unity and work towards one vision. ONWA’s Operating Model (below) places Indigenous women at the centre surrounded by our vision, principles, and mandate. Our operating model is reflective not only of our organizational structure but also reflective of the intersectionality of our work as an agency and focuses on everyone’s responsibilities as leaders within the agency. READ ONWA'S STRATEGIC PICTURE Top About Us Our Values Strategic Issues Model Organizational Structure Our Vision

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Ska-Be HELPER Overview This program provides support services to improve the health and wellbeing of urban Indigenous elderly women and families and/or those with chronic illness or disabilities. This is done through providing home care and/or respite services that support the needs of the family in relation to health and wellness. Services Offered: Access to Traditional supports and Ceremony Health Awareness Attending Health Care Appointments Assisting with maintaining household Housing supports Prevention & educational resources DELIVERY SITES Thunder Bay ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) CHAPTER SITES Fort Erie Niagara Chapter of Native Women Midland Georgian Bay Native Women's Association OTHER RESOURCES LEARNING RESOURCES We have to learn to listen, talk to each other and share so we can help people - Elder Catherine "Kitty" Everson

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Youth Cultural Intervention Program Overview Youth Cultural Intervention Program provides immediate support to Indigenous youth involved with, transitioning out, or at risk of involvement in the justice systems, police involvement, probation and parole systems. DELIVERY SITES Thunder Bay ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES PROGRAM BROCHURE Services Offered Youth Cultural Intervention Program assists to build capacity, connection, identity and self-esteem to reinforce safety, stabilization and positive outcomes. Intensive case management Immediate crisis support Referrals and connections to supports and resources, including Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Traditional Healers Access to traditional supports and ceremony, teachings and land-based therapy that is holistic and community, client and family centered Housing supports Education resources Employment services and training Self-Esteem, cultural identity and life skills program, rites of passage and ways of knowing Culturally relevant trauma informed mental health and wellness service and supports

Events Events Promotions Promotions Witness in Red: Community Art Installation - Call for Artwork Deadline for submission: Sunday, April 12, 2026 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. She Is Wise 2026 Registration Don’t wait to secure your spot for the 7th Annual She Is Wise Nibwaakaa Inaadiziwin Conference! All Promotions 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 Recognition Awards Promotions Follow Us On Social

Would you like to access one of our programs or services? 1-800-667-0816 CONTACT ONWA Nihdawin MY HOUSE, A PLACE WHERE I LIVE Overview Nihdawin assists community members in reducing homelessness, justice and legal issues, and health services usage with fewer emergency or police interactions. Services Offered Nihdawin assists Indigenous women and their families who are or are at risk of homelessness with services required to improve self sufficiency, independence, and stability. Assist with housing search, placements, securing and maintaining housing, rehousing and relocation assistance following eviction, and arrears Provides budgeting and life skills guidance Support and advocacy System navigation Referrals (education, employment, partnering agencies) Access to cultural programming, teachings, and healing, Elders and Traditional Healers Assist with addictions and/or mental health issues and recovery support Maintenance and follow up support (POC – plan of care, safety planning, home visits and aftercare) DELIVERY SITES Hamilton K enora Ottawa Thunder Bay Timmins ONWA SITES (ADDRESSES) OTHER RESOURCES Shelter House Thunder Bay 420 George St. Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5Y8, Tel: (807) 623-8182 Emergency Shelter - The Salvation Army 545 Cumberland St N. Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4S2, Tel: (807) 345-7319 Kwae Kii Win Managed Alcohol Centre 400 George St. Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5Y8, Tel: (807) 474-4355 Thunder Bay Food Bank 129 Miles St E. Thunder Bay, ON P7C 1J5 Tel: (807) 626-9231 Dew Drop Inn Soup Kitchen 292 Red River Rd. Thunder Bay, ON P7B 1A8, Tel: (807) 345-5202 Grace Place 235 Simpson St. Thunder Bay, ON P7C 3H6, Tel: (807) 627-9848 Community Clothing Assistance 404 May St N. Thunder Bay, ON P7C 3R5, Tel: (807) 474-3583 PROGRAM BROCHURE

Our Services for Indigenous Women in Sioux Lookout 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 Sioux Lookout? We’re here for you. ONWA PROGRAMS & SERVICES IN SIOUX LOOKOUT 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 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 Sexual Assault Program The Indigenous Sexual Assault program provides culturally relevant and trauma informed services to Indigenous women who have experience sexual assault and/or sexual violence. Sioux Lookout 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 Maamawi (All Together) Parenting Combines traditional/cultural teachings with modern parenting practices to support Indigenous mothers and their families. Hamilton | Greenstone | K enora | Napanee | Ottawa | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay LEARN MORE Mental Health and Wellness Utilizes a trauma-informed and traditional support framework to provide support and advocacy services to Indigenous women and their families. Greenstone | K enora | Sioux Lookout | Thunder Bay | Timmins | Toronto 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

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