Introduction
The Ministry of Women and Gender Equity (MOWGE) elevates Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities by fostering a space for sharing. We help ensure their voices are heard by the wider community, and we advocate for and deliver on resources, programs and services that reflect their unique needs.
We aim to advance the safety and inclusion of Métis women and girls, and the Métis 2SLGBTQQIA+ community by creating culturally distinct programming, resources and toolkits, and reports that are leveraged for further advocacy. Through healing gatherings and support resources, we work to create spaces for reflection and positive change.
Our Ministry supports two equity-deserving Councils at MNBC: Métis Women British Columbia (MWBC), and the Two Spirit Métis BC Council (2SMBC). These elected groups participate in provincial and national discussions, strengthen partnerships, and collaborate with organizations to advance meaningful change for our communities.
Ministry Programs and Resources
Our Ministry is proud to create culturally responsive programming that support the prevention of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and create opportunities for healing and connection for women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ members of our community.
Resources and Reports
MOWGE consults with Citizens and Métis Chartered Communities to create resources and reports that support our advocacy work. We also collect and share resources and reports created by our partners.
Anti-Violence Resources
MOWGE Reports
Missing and Murdered Women, Girls and Two-Spirit+ Reports
Contact
Ministry of Women and Gender Equity (MOWGE)
Métis Crisis Line (Available 24/7)
- Métis Crisis Line (Available 24/7) Phone Number: 1-833-638-4722 (1-833-Metis-BC)
Métis Elder Line
- Métis Elder Line Phone Number: 1-833-676-3847 (1-833-For-Metis)
VictimLinkBC
Trans Lifeline
For emergencies, call 9-1-1