I want to start with the police. I hope I won't be rude; I don't mean to be.
We have been hearing almost everywhere we've gone about the systemic racism of institutions in dealing with aboriginal women--their fear of going to the police, non-aboriginal organizations, and social service organizations for help.
One community I was in--not the committee--told me that their women did not feel they had any protection from their police force. From what you've presented today, you're clearly making an effort. You have a comprehensive outline of programs and activities.
What are you doing differently? Would you say that there are people who will not come to you because of fear of racism? If so, how are you dealing with that?
I'm not sure of the question to ask. I want to know what you're doing, because on paper you seem to have a lot going on.