A procession from Smithers to Witset was held today (Monday), commemorating missing and murdered Indigenous people along Highway 16.
The annual event sees families and friends of those affected along with supporters gather at the Smithers RCMP detachment to start the event with drumming and speeches.
Several attendees wore read dresses recognizing the women and girls who’ve gone missing or were murdered in the area with some also wearing blue ties for the men and boys.
Many of the attendees traveled to Witset following the Smithers event with more stories shared about the victims and the last times they were seen.
A BBQ was also held as part of the Witset event.
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