Honouring MMIWG2S+: Red Dress Exposition promotes awareness, reflection and learning at the Canadian Police College
In our commitment to awareness and understanding of Indigenous issues through education, the Canadian Police College (CPC) is proud to unveil the Red Dress installation honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+).
The display is a powerful reminder of the lives lost, and the ongoing impact experienced by families and Indigenous Communities across the country, as well as the ongoing need for awareness, education, and reconciliation.
The exposition features a red dress mounted in a framed display, symbolizing the national movement to honour MMIWG2S+. With input from the Women’s Indigenous Network (WIN), the accompanying plaque acknowledges May 5 as the National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S+ and is presented in Algonquin, English, and French; recognizing Indigenous languages and the land on which the CPC operates.
WIN Co-Chair, Karine Way, had the opportunity to view the completed display during her recent visit to Ottawa. This installation represents a shared commitment toward fostering education, reflection, and dialogue within policing spaces.
By combining education and collaboration, the Canadian Police College remains committed to supporting policing excellence while fostering respect, inclusion, and stronger relationships with Indigenous Peoples and communities across Canada.
The exposition of the Red Dress is located inside Building A, near the cafeteria, of the Canadian Police College at 1 Sandridge Rd., Ottawa, ON.
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