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1944
The oldest recorded case -
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Missing & Murdered Aboriginal Women span
The spanning dates of Missing & Murdered Aboriginal Women of Canada 1944 - Present -
Number of Murdered & Missing Aboriginal Women Rises
In 1980 the number starts to gradually rise, averaging to 50 per year, since 1980. -
Missing & Murdered Aboriginal Women event starts to gain recognition, especially by Aboriginal People
As the disappearances and murders continue a report is finally made by the Stolen Sisters, advocates of the women. They release documents funded by the government and NWAC, in an attempt to gain awareness and recognition, for this ever rising issue. -
Tensions rise, massive support and awareness achieved.
The event of Missing & Murdered Aboriginal Women has gained ever lasting support, many people are now aware and the Canadian Government have recognized this as a prominent issue. -
Launch of an investigation, budget of $40 Million over the next two years to peer into the investigation of the murders
The Government of Canada announced the launch of an inquiry to seek recommendations on concrete actions to address and prevent violence against Aboriginal women and girls, beginning with a pre-inquiry design process. Budget 2016 has committed $40 million over two years, toward the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women.