Okîsikow Way Day recognized at City Hall with official proclamation |
June 9, 2026
Community members, Elders, leaders and grassroots organizations gathered at Edmonton City Hall today to recognize Okîsikow Way Day and stand against domestic violence affecting women, children and gender-diverse people.
The annual event recognizes the ongoing crisis of domestic violence and honours the community-led efforts that led to the official renaming of Okîsikow (Angel) Way NW in 2024. The City’s Indigenous Relations Office co-hosted the event with the Okîsikow Way Community Working Group, which includes Elders, the Stolen Sisters and Brothers Action Movement and CEASE, the Centre to Empower All Survivors of Exploitation and Trafficking.
“Okîsikow Way Day is a time to honour the women, children and gender-diverse people who have experienced violence, and to recognize the families, survivors, Elders and community members who continue to lead this work,” said Krystin Flierl, Director, Indigenous Relations Office. “The City is grateful to walk alongside these community partners to support community-led actions for healing, safety, justice and belonging.”
The gathering included a short presentation, an official civic proclamation for Okîsikow Way Day and an opportunity for attendees to connect and share refreshments.
By integrating the Cree word for angel, okîsikow, into the city’s permanent infrastructure, the initiative brings public recognition to Indigenous language, art and resilience. It also serves as a lasting reminder that people affected by violence and their families need safe spaces, support and care.
The City’s partnership in Okîsikow Way Day reflects its ongoing commitment to reconciliation and community safety. This work is guided by Wahigicicobi (kinship) Edmonton’s Indigenous Framework and the commitments of Edmonton’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives MMIR Action Plan. |
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