Alberta women’s advocate says Indigenous women are presumed guilty, until found innocent
An Indigenous women’s advocate in Alberta says Indigenous women are considered guilty and must prove themselves innocent in the province’s justice system.
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Justin Hudson sentenced to 23 years for role in attack on two Winnipeg women
One of two men, who took part in the violent attacks against two women in Winnipeg in Nov. 2014, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison.
Dangerous offender hearing for man who raped, beat and lit Marlene Bird on fire heads into final phase
Larissa Burnouf APTN National News The dangerous offender hearing for the man convicted of raping,…
Quebec Indigenous leaders closer to inquiry into relations between First Nations and police – but nothing official yet
Québec premier not closing the door on independent inquiry into relationship between Indigenous peoples and police.
Investigation into police abuse result in 2 charges, but not in Val d’Or
One of the officers charged is with an Indigenous police force.
Indigenous people more likely to experience sexual and physical assault: Statistics Canada
APTN National News Indigenous people in Canada are still much more likely to experience sexual…
Police re-interview teen who alleges foster care sex abuse
Shaneen Robinson APTN National News Police have re-interviewed a First Nation teenager who alleges that…
On day 3 of Brazeau trial, defence focuses on a necklace, bra and sweater
Jorge Barrera APTN National News Day three of the assault and sexual assault trial of…
Victim tells court she relived “fear” of Brazeau’s alleged attack listening to 911 recording
Jorge Barrera APTN National News The sound of a weeping woman’s voice filled the Gatineau,…