As a student deeply engaged in topics highlighting equity and social justice, I am moved by the documentary "The Highway of Tears." This film showcases the anguish endured by the Indigenous women of British Columbia, Canada, who have been victimized, murdered, and then forgotten by the broader society, which pains me deeply as I have friends who are Indigenous and fighting for their rights matters immensely to me.

Our fellow Indigenous peoples have consistently been ignored, with investigations into their disappearances often grossly under-resourced. It is upsetting to note that indigenous women are six times more likely to be murdered than non-indigenous women in Canada (source: Statistics Canada). This painfully illustrates the urgent need for collective action.

We need system-wide change to ensure justice for these women. I urge the authorities to recognize the severity of this issue and devote the appropriate resources to investigating these cases promptly, fairly, and extensively. Furthermore, crucial resources must be allocated to initiatives to make our indigenous communities safer.

Realistically acknowledging and meaningfully addressing this crisis is a move toward a better Canada where all women are seen, protected, and valued. Your signature is a step towards bringing about this much-needed change. Please, sign this petition.