The discovery of remains in a Winnipeg landfill connected to a serial killer has reignited discussions on social justice, political accountability, and the historical context of violence against Indigenous women in Canada.**
Remains Linked to Indigenous Women Found in Manitoba Landfill, Raising Political and Social Concerns**
Remains Linked to Indigenous Women Found in Manitoba Landfill, Raising Political and Social Concerns**
Authorities confirm the identification of human remains in Manitoba as belonging to an Indigenous woman, highlighting the need for justice and addressing the broader implications of violence against Indigenous communities.**
In a significant development, authorities in Manitoba have confirmed that human remains discovered in a landfill near Winnipeg belong to Morgan Beatrice Harris, one of four Indigenous women slain by a serial killer. The confirmation, announced on March 8, 2025, sheds light on an issue that has become embroiled in political debate and has highlighted longstanding societal concerns regarding violence against Indigenous individuals.
Morgan Harris, a 39-year-old member of the Long Plain First Nation, was killed alongside three other women in 2022, with the previous identification made for Rebecca Contois, aged 24, last year. The other victims include Marcedes Myran, aged 26, and an unidentified woman referred to as Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe, or Buffalo Woman, by First Nations elders. The perpetrator, Jeremy Anthony Michael Skibicki, was convicted and sentenced to life in prison in late 2023, with a disturbing history of sharing extremist views online.
The search for human remains at the Prairie Green landfill became a contentious political issue during the 2023 elections. The outgoing Progressive Conservative party opposed the search, citing financial and logistical concerns. In contrast, Indigenous groups have drawn parallels to the investigation of serial killer Robert Pickton in British Columbia, where the authorities undertook an extensive crime scene investigation at his pig farm, acknowledging a disparity in how cases involving Indigenous women are treated.
Following the announcement of Harris’s remains identification, the New Democratic Party cabinet, under the leadership of Wab Kinew—the first Indigenous provincial premier—reiterated their commitment to justice for marginalized communities. In response to the confirmation, Cabria Harris, Morgan's daughter, expressed both sorrow and hope, emphasizing the need for healing and ongoing remembrance for victims' families.
The interim leader of the Progressive Conservatives, Wayne Ewasko, has since issued an apology to affected families for the party’s previous stance against the landfill search, recognizing a lack of empathy. Cabria Harris criticized the apology as insincere, underscoring the need for genuine actions rather than mere words.
This revelation continues to challenge the province to confront its historical treatment of Indigenous communities and catalyze broader discussions on justice, accountability, and reform to prevent future violence. As investigations continue, the communities impacted hope for lasting change and recognition of their struggles.
Morgan Harris, a 39-year-old member of the Long Plain First Nation, was killed alongside three other women in 2022, with the previous identification made for Rebecca Contois, aged 24, last year. The other victims include Marcedes Myran, aged 26, and an unidentified woman referred to as Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe, or Buffalo Woman, by First Nations elders. The perpetrator, Jeremy Anthony Michael Skibicki, was convicted and sentenced to life in prison in late 2023, with a disturbing history of sharing extremist views online.
The search for human remains at the Prairie Green landfill became a contentious political issue during the 2023 elections. The outgoing Progressive Conservative party opposed the search, citing financial and logistical concerns. In contrast, Indigenous groups have drawn parallels to the investigation of serial killer Robert Pickton in British Columbia, where the authorities undertook an extensive crime scene investigation at his pig farm, acknowledging a disparity in how cases involving Indigenous women are treated.
Following the announcement of Harris’s remains identification, the New Democratic Party cabinet, under the leadership of Wab Kinew—the first Indigenous provincial premier—reiterated their commitment to justice for marginalized communities. In response to the confirmation, Cabria Harris, Morgan's daughter, expressed both sorrow and hope, emphasizing the need for healing and ongoing remembrance for victims' families.
The interim leader of the Progressive Conservatives, Wayne Ewasko, has since issued an apology to affected families for the party’s previous stance against the landfill search, recognizing a lack of empathy. Cabria Harris criticized the apology as insincere, underscoring the need for genuine actions rather than mere words.
This revelation continues to challenge the province to confront its historical treatment of Indigenous communities and catalyze broader discussions on justice, accountability, and reform to prevent future violence. As investigations continue, the communities impacted hope for lasting change and recognition of their struggles.
