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Relief as Canadian Serial Killer Found Guilty in Deaths of Four Women

Tearful cheers erupted in a packed Canadian courtroom on Thursday as a judge found Jeremy Skibicki guilty of first-degree murder in the deaths of four Indigenous women. The verdict brought some sense of justice to the grieving families and communities, but for Jeremy Contois, whose younger sister Rebecca was among the victims, the relief was tempered.

"I feel a little sense of relief," Mr. Contois said, though he acknowledged that true closure would not come until Skibicki is formally sentenced.

A Landmark Verdict

In his oral verdict, Manitoba Court of King's Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal dismissed the defense's argument that Skibicki was not criminally responsible for the murders due to schizophrenia. Prosecutors successfully argued that Skibicki deliberately killed Rebecca Contois and three other women in 2022 in crimes that were calculated and racially motivated.

The guilty verdict marks a significant moment for Canada's Indigenous community, which has long struggled with violence against women. The court was packed with the victims' families and friends, who displayed photos of their loved ones as a poignant reminder of the human cost of these crimes.

The Victims

Skibicki's victims include Morgan Harris, 39; Marcedes Myran, 26; and Rebecca Contois, who was 24. The fourth woman remains unidentified and has been given the name Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe, meaning Buffalo Woman, by Indigenous elders. Throughout the trial, a buffalo head sat on a red cloth near the prosecutors in tribute to the unnamed victim.

Details of the Crimes

According to court documents, Skibicki targeted and exploited vulnerable women he met at local homeless shelters in Winnipeg, a city of 820,000 in the prairie province. He assaulted the women, strangled or drowned them, and then committed sex acts on them before dismembering their bodies and disposing of them in garbage bins.

The killings went undetected for months until a man looking for scrap metal in a bin outside Skibicki’s apartment found partial human remains in May 2022 and called police. These remains were later identified as those of Rebecca Contois. More of her remains were discovered at a city-run landfill the following month. In police interviews, Skibicki admitted to killing Contois and three other women, revealing murders that authorities had not yet discovered.

Community Impact

Judge Joyal emphasized the profound impact the case has had on the entire Manitoba community, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous. The guilty verdict was a step towards justice, but the search for the remains of two of the victims, Marcedes Myran and Morgan Harris, continues. A formal search of a Winnipeg landfill is scheduled for this autumn after months of pressure from their families.

A Plea for Justice

Krista Fox, a family member of one of the victims, highlighted the broader significance of the verdict. "We, as First Nations people, are not statistics. Every single one of us has a name and a family that misses us dearly," she said.

Skibicki's lawyers argued that he was not aware of the severity of his actions due to schizophrenia, claiming he was hearing voices that instructed him to commit the crimes. However, prosecutors demonstrated that Skibicki was fully aware of his actions, which were "intentional, purposeful, and racially motivated." They supported this with DNA forensic evidence, surveillance footage, and testimony from Skibicki’s ex-wife, who detailed a history of physical abuse.

A Step Forward

The case has unearthed deep wounds within Canada’s Indigenous community, which has faced a high number of cases of missing and murdered women. Winnipeg, in particular, has been a focal point of this crisis. According to a 2019 inquiry, Indigenous women in Canada are 12 times more likely to be murdered or go missing than other women.

Despite the relief of the guilty verdict, many in the community, including Rebecca's brother, Jeremy Contois, continue to grapple with the senselessness of the violence. "Why did he have to do it?" he asked. "I wish I knew that."

As the community seeks healing, the focus remains on ensuring that such tragedies are not repeated and that justice continues to be served for all victims.

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You do not have to forgive someone who hurt you. You do not have to forgive someone who deliberately made your world a dark place. You do not need to forgive your abuser or your rapist in order to heal. But you do need to forgive yourself. Forgive yourself for falling for their foolish games. Forgive yourself for thinking you could “save him”. Forgive yourself for the wrong choices you may of made. Forgive yourself for what you didn’t know back then.

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NO MÊS DA MULHER, A LUTA CONTRA A VIOLÊNCIA É PAUTA PRIORITÁRIA. A luta contra as diversas formas de violência é pauta prioritária no mês de março, mês de visibilidade das lutas das mulheres. Elas são as maiores vítimas das diversas faces da violência que incluem além das agressões físicas praticadas, em especial, por seus parceiros, a violência psicológica como o assédio moral, a violência dada pela discriminação e pela desigualdade nos mais diversos espaços, inclusive o mercado de trabalho e pela violência patrimonial, quando o agressor age para violar a independência da mulher. Central de Atendimento à Mulher – Ligue 180 O dia 8 de março, Dia Internacional de Luta das Mulheres, é um momento para lembrar-se da luta do movimento feminista na conquista de direitos e alertar para os diversos direitos que ainda não foram efetivados. @pia.ornelas #makeupartist #8m #8m2023 #8demarço #pelavidadasmulheres #NãoéAmorQuando #juntassomosmaisfortes #mariadapenha #violenciasexual #violenceagainstwomen #assedio #respeito #mulheresunidas #estupro #abuso #feministas #disque180 #abusosexual #mulheresfortes #movimentodasmulheres #empoderamento #equidade #direitodasmulheres #feminismo #fimdaviolenciacontraasmulheres #sororidade #machismomata #maluornelas #photography #  (em Malu Ornelas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpoGGYLr0tM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women messages, quotes and Sayings collection. Share these Status on Facebook, WhatsApp.

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In this video we will explore powerful and thought-provoking quotes on violence against women in 'Thinking Tidbits.' These quotes offer deep insights into the realities faced by women and emphasize the importance of awareness, empathy, and action. Let's learn, understand, and advocate for change together. Stay Tuned with us for more engaging content like this. Don't forget to like, Share and subscribe.

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Journée internationale de lutte contre les violences faites aux femmes (résumé des épisodes précédents).

2018 Je t’aime / Je t’abime

2019 Elle n’est pas habillée comme une pute, c’est toi qui pense comme un violeur

2020 Mon corps. Mes choix. Mon poing. Ta gueule.

2022 Féminicides = 1 Bataclan par an

2022 Céder n'est pas consentir 

2022 Touche mon coeur, pas mon cul !

2024 Sors ton rosaire de mes ovaires

2024 L’Homme est un loup pour l’homme et un relou pour la femme

2024 Ligaturez les Trump

2024 En France en 2024, 1 homme tue 1 femme tous les 2,5 jours

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🧡 November 25: #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen

Let’s stand together to end gender-based violence and support survivors. Together, we can create a safer, more equal world for everyone. 🧡 #EndViolence #orangetheworld

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In Medina, four brothers buried their pregnant sister alive.

In Medina, four brothers committed a horrific act by burying their pregnant sister alive 😢. The chilling aftermath shocked everyone. Watch the video to see what happened next.

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Man slaps waitress in her face at Nando's in Stratford

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In this episode of The Catholic Bookworm, Kiki Latimer interviews Jenny duBay on Don’t Plant Your Seeds Among Thorns: A Catholic’s Guide to Recognizing and Healing from Domestic Abuse (6/27/24) In this book, Jenny duBay helps survivors of intimate partner violence identify their situation and begin to heal. With empathy and compassion, she covers such topics as what domestic abuse is, the trauma of sexual assault and coercion, verbal attacks and isolation, and the evils of manipulative control within intimate relationships. She also discusses details on what the Catholic Church teaches about personal dignity, sacramental marriages, and the nature of domestic abuse. Jenny reveals the impact intimate abuse has on targets, providing practical and Christ-centered ways heal—no matter where a survivor may be on her journey.   For those who have had to leave their relationships, Jenny discusses the annulment process and what it truly means—including the immense healing it can provide. For individuals who hope reconciliation can happen, she thoroughly and compassionately discusses the possibility of abusers changing their ways, helping readers determine what authentic repentance looks like—and when so-called repentance is just another abuse tactic. Whether you’re still married or have had to separate yourself from a toxic relationship, Don’t Plant Your Seeds Among Thorns helps you navigate trauma while providing resources and gentle guidance toward Christ-centered healing and empowerment of our true self, as God created you to be. Don’t Plant Your Seeds Among Thorns: A Catholic’s Guide to Recognizing and Healing from Domestic Abuse | En Route Books and Media

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safehalton Novermeber 25th is the international day to eliminate violence against women. This marks the beginning of the 16 days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, ending December 10th. Please click the link in the bio to find out how you can help.

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It's the last day of the work week. 🎉

We bet some of you will be meeting their date for the first time! But before you do that, have you done all these things on your checklist? ✅

Being skeptical is not bad. Performing background checks before meeting your date is important in fighting fraud and protecting yourself from harm.

Before going out this weekend, follow these tips to ensure your safety! ⬇️

1. Perform a background check 2. Review the meeting place 3. Prepare the outfit 4. Plan out your time and transportation 5. Tell friends & family where and whom you are with

Have a great weekend, everyone! 👋

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