How an Indigenous woman’s fatal police shooting in N.B. helped spark change in B.C. – Global News

April 8, 2025

The mother of an Indigenous woman who was fatally shot by police nearly five years ago was in Victoria Tuesday to highlight ongoing work with law enforcement to prevent tragic stories like her daughter’s.

“It’s a big step for me,” Martha Martin said, as she appeared with Victoria Police Chief Del Manak.

“I never imagined I would be wearing blue to support police officers, but here I am because my love for my children is bigger than the anger I felt, and I will continue to push forward.”