Tag: MMIW

The Disappearance of Leona Brule

EARLY LIFE: Leona Brule was born on May 29, 1970 in Fort Providence, Northwest Territories. A member of a family that included her parents and sisters, she was constantly surrounded by love while living in the small northern community. Growing up, Leona was known for her determined and outgoing spirit. She had the ability to

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The Murder of Amber Tuccaro

EARLY LIFE: Amber Alyssa Tuccaro was born on January 3, 1990 in northern Alberta, Canada. Adopted by parents Andrew and Vivian “Tootsie” Tuccaro when she was a baby, she was welcomed into a family that already included four loving older brothers. The family, who are members of the Mikisew Cree First Nation, made a life

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The Murder of Tiffany Morrison

EARLY LIFE: Tiffany Alice Morrison was born on December 7, 1981 to parents Jack and Carol. Along with her sister, Melanie, and her brothers, the family lived on the Kahnawake reserve, just southwest of Montreal, Quebec. Growing up, Tiffany was known for her boundless energy and outgoing personality. She had a good sense of humour

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The Death of Azraya Ackabee-Kokopenace

EARLY LIFE: Azraya Ackabee-Kokopenace and her twin brother, Braedon, were born on March 6, 2002 to their parents, Marlin Kokopenace and Christa Ackabee. The family, which also included older brother Calvin, are members of Grassy Narrows First Nation, located in northwestern Ontario. Growing up, Azraya was described as a sweet girl filled with innocence. She

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The Disappearance of Brandy Wesaquate

DISAPPEARANCE: On January 1, 2012, 28-year-old Brandy Wesaquate was last seen leaving a house party in the 900 block of Rae Street in Regina, Saskatchewan. Normally one to keep in contact with those close to her, Brandy’s family began to worry after they hadn’t heard from her in nearly two weeks. As such, they filed

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