As of late 2013, the RCMP reported 1,181 Aboriginal women confirmed either missing or murdered since 1980. This number represents an epidemic that targets Aboriginal women like no other demographic. Meet the women who work tirelessly to bring attention to this matter, in hopes of triggering a national inquiry.

Aboriginal gangs provide a pseudo-family dynamic for those who otherwise fall through the cracks. But female members and associates are often used as prostitutes and drug mules by gang leaders. Meet three courageous women who walked away, and now struggle with recovery from addiction, and the violent crimes of their past.

As of late 2013, the RCMP reported 1,181 Aboriginal women confirmed either missing or murdered since 1980. This number represents an epidemic that targets Aboriginal women like no other demographic. Meet the women who work tirelessly to bring attention to this matter, in hopes of triggering a national inquiry.

Aboriginal gangs provide a pseudo-family dynamic for those who otherwise fall through the cracks. But female members and associates are often used as prostitutes and drug mules by gang leaders. Meet three courageous women who walked away, and now struggle with recovery from addiction, and the violent crimes of their past.

Female Aboriginal RCMP officers from BC's Fraser Valley and Halifax Nova Scotia, share stories of what it means to be a native cop serving both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities. Their unexpected struggle is to overcome the stigma of the RCMP within their own communities.

Aboriginal gangs provide a pseudo-family dynamic for those who otherwise fall through the cracks. But female members and associates are often used as prostitutes and drug mules by gang leaders. Meet three courageous women who walked away, and now struggle with recovery from addiction, and the violent crimes of their past.

Female Aboriginal RCMP officers from BC's Fraser Valley and Halifax Nova Scotia, share stories of what it means to be a native cop serving both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities. Their unexpected struggle is to overcome the stigma of the RCMP within their own communities.

A survivor of work-related PTSD, paramedic Andrea Seymour is the former Critical Incident Stress Management Coordinator for BC's Ambulance Service. Andrea knows firsthand the importance of providing care for first responders traumatized by what they see on the job, trauma that can lead to PTSD.

Female Aboriginal RCMP officers from BC's Fraser Valley and Halifax Nova Scotia, share stories of what it means to be a native cop serving both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities. Their unexpected struggle is to overcome the stigma of the RCMP within their own communities.

A survivor of work-related PTSD, paramedic Andrea Seymour is the former Critical Incident Stress Management Coordinator for BC's Ambulance Service. Andrea knows firsthand the importance of providing care for first responders traumatized by what they see on the job, trauma that can lead to PTSD.

Of the 30,000 children in ministry care across Canada, half are Aboriginal. Most of these children are removed not only from family, but from community and culture, and few are equipped to cope once they age out of the system. Meet some of the women, including BC's Representative for Children, Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, working to address this issue.

A survivor of work-related PTSD, paramedic Andrea Seymour is the former Critical Incident Stress Management Coordinator for BC's Ambulance Service. Andrea knows firsthand the importance of providing care for first responders traumatized by what they see on the job, trauma that can lead to PTSD.

Of the 30,000 children in ministry care across Canada, half are Aboriginal. Most of these children are removed not only from family, but from community and culture, and few are equipped to cope once they age out of the system. Meet some of the women, including BC's Representative for Children, Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, working to address this issue.

From Carcross in the Yukon Territory to the far reaches of Nunavut, life in Canada's north can be a real challenge. Thin ice, avalanches and polar bears are just some of the threats these women have encountered, and they've all learned to survive, by blending modern-day technologies with tried-and-true traditions passed on through the generations.

Of the 30,000 children in ministry care across Canada, half are Aboriginal. Most of these children are removed not only from family, but from community and culture, and few are equipped to cope once they age out of the system. Meet some of the women, including BC's Representative for Children, Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, working to address this issue.

From Carcross in the Yukon Territory to the far reaches of Nunavut, life in Canada's north can be a real challenge. Thin ice, avalanches and polar bears are just some of the threats these women have encountered, and they've all learned to survive, by blending modern-day technologies with tried-and-true traditions passed on through the generations.

Aboriginal women serving in Canada's armed forces are often introduced to military service through an Aboriginal program such as Raven, Bold Eagle or Black Bear. But once they integrate as regular soldiers, they are treated just like anyone else. No favouritism means equal opportunity for all - whether for promotion, or for postings in war zones overseas.

From Carcross in the Yukon Territory to the far reaches of Nunavut, life in Canada's north can be a real challenge. Thin ice, avalanches and polar bears are just some of the threats these women have encountered, and they've all learned to survive, by blending modern-day technologies with tried-and-true traditions passed on through the generations.

Aboriginal women serving in Canada's armed forces are often introduced to military service through an Aboriginal program such as Raven, Bold Eagle or Black Bear. But once they integrate as regular soldiers, they are treated just like anyone else. No favouritism means equal opportunity for all - whether for promotion, or for postings in war zones overseas.