March 3rd, 2018
Women from Northern FIRE and Gender Studies attended the International Women’s Day Breakfast, “Celebrating Women Who Make a Difference.” The breakfast took place at the Ramada Plaza and proceeds went to community programs.
Author: Jenny Lind
Justice for Tina Fontaine March and Rally
February 24th, 2018
Northern FIRE participated in a nation-wide call for action regarding the death of Indigenous youth, Tina Fontaine. The rally, one of many taking place across Canada, took place after the man on trial for her murder was found not guilty. Organizers hoped to highlight the need for reforms in the systems that failed Tina Fontaine and many others like her.
“It is only through pressure from people like all of us here today that we’ll be able to give a voice to young girls like Tina and help put a spotlight on the need for changes required in the justice system, the police system and the child welfare system,“
Reg Mueller, deputy tribal chief of the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council.
(NEATBY, S. (26/02/18). Rally demands justice in Fontaine case. from http://www.princegeorgecitizen.com/news/local-news/rally-demands-justice-in-fontaine-case-1.23185766)
Rally to Support UNBC Food Service Workers
January 24th, 2018
Northern FIRE joined UNBC food service workers in a rally aiming to improve pay and benefits for the workers. Dawn Hemingway spoke at the rally, showing the support of Northern FIRE.
The rally ended with a delegation discussing their concerns with select University leadership.