Events in Burns Lake, Smithers, and Witset are being held to recognize Red Dress Day today. (Tuesday)
The annual day is held in remembrance and awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people in Canada.
In Smithers, a sacred fire is being held outside the Dze L’ Kant Friendship Centre from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Speeches are also being held at the Smithers RCMP detachment at 10:30 a.m. before a procession to Witset starts at 11:45.
At noon, a second event is being held at the Witset Multiplex with various speeches and lunch.
In Burns Lake, events start at 11:00 a.m. outside Foundry before a walk to the Carrier Sekani Family Services Family Preservation Office for a BBQ.
At 1:00 p.m., a walk to the intersection of Highway 16 and 35 will be held before finishing at the Foundry parking lot.
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