Women and Gender Equity

Contacts & Resources

Ministry of Women and Gender Equity (MOWGE)
Email:
 mowge@mnbc.ca
Métis Counselling Connection (MCC) Program 
Métis Crisis line: 1-833-Metis-BC (1-833-638-4722)Métis Elder line: 1-833-For-Metis (1-833-676-3847)
VictimLinkBC toll-free number: 1-800-563-0808 (call or text)Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6336
If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 9-1-1  

About the Ministry of Women and Gender Equity

The Ministry of Women and Gender Equity elevates Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities by fostering a space for sharing to ensure their voices are heard by the wider community, and by advocating for resources, programs and services that reflect their unique needs.

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Carmen Carriere

Carmen Carriere is the Minister Responsible for Métis Women in BC.
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Louis De Jaeger

Louis De Jaeger is the Minister Responsible for 2SLGBTQQIA+ Métis People in BC.