Friendship Centre marking fourth annual Red Dress Day

The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre is observing Red Dress Day with a five-kilometre run/walk partnered with Hug A Sister.

May 5 is a day to raise awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Two-Spirit People. The Friendship Centre wants to promote Indigenous culture on a broader scale, while also serving as a major fundraiser.

Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton said in a statement on Thursday that it is a chance for reflection and awareness of the lives lost and the impacts on the community and individuals.

She said it is also a day for action as we all have a role to play in making sure everyone in the community can have a life of peace, safety, and basic human rights.