Title: Heartfelt Tribute: Family and Community Honour Tina Fontaine’s Legacy
On a poignant Saturday night at the Alexander Docks near Winnipeg’s Red River, family members and community members united to pay tribute to Tina Fontaine, marking a week before the 10th anniversary of her tragic discovery. Elroy Fontaine, Tina’s brother, emotionally addressed the gathering, reminiscing about his beloved sister. “Tina was a sweet, sweet girl,” he shared, his words filled with love and admiration for her.
Tina’s brother painted a touching picture of their bond, recollecting their time spent together on visits filled with simple joys like bus rides for Slurpees and playful afternoons at the park. Red ribbons fluttered along the docks, a red dress mural was lovingly maintained, and a cedar tree was planted in her memory. The solemn evening saw drummers playing and candles being lit, all in honor of the late teen.
Tina Fontaine’s tragic fate deeply affected her family and the nation, sparking a movement for justice and awareness. Despite the heart-wrenching loss, her brother Elroy Fontaine expressed gratitude for the ongoing support, emphasizing how much it means to him. “It means a lot actually, like more than I could ever express,” he shared, emotion evident in his words.
Tina’s untimely death, marred by a lack of justice, led to widespread calls for action and change in policies towards missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. The solemn anniversary not only honored Tina’s memory but also served as a solemn reminder of the work yet to be done in achieving justice and support for at-risk youth in similar situations.
Family members, including Kattie-Lee Fontaine, fondly cherished memories of Tina and the impact she had on their lives. Reflecting on the outpouring of support, Kattie-Lee expressed gratitude for the community’s continued solidarity with her family. The presence of Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew at the gathering symbolized a moment of unity and shared purpose in seeking justice for Tina and others like her.
As the night drew to a close, Elroy Fontaine expressed his hope that Tina, wherever she may be, would look down proudly on those keeping her memory alive and advocating for change. “Even if the whole world forgets her, I’m never going to forget her,” he declared, a testament to the enduring power of Tina Fontaine’s legacy.
On a poignant Saturday night at the Alexander Docks near Winnipeg’s Red River, family members and community members united to pay tribute to Tina Fontaine, marking a week before the 10th anniversary of her tragic discovery. Elroy Fontaine, Tina’s brother, emotionally addressed the gathering, reminiscing about his beloved sister. “Tina was a sweet, sweet girl,” he shared, his words filled with love and admiration for her.
Tina’s brother painted a touching picture of their bond, recollecting their time spent together on visits filled with simple joys like bus rides for Slurpees and playful afternoons at the park. Red ribbons fluttered along the docks, a red dress mural was lovingly maintained, and a cedar tree was planted in her memory. The solemn evening saw drummers playing and candles being lit, all in honor of the late teen.
Tina Fontaine’s tragic fate deeply affected her family and the nation, sparking a movement for justice and awareness. Despite the heart-wrenching loss, her brother Elroy Fontaine expressed gratitude for the ongoing support, emphasizing how much it means to him. “It means a lot actually, like more than I could ever express,” he shared, emotion evident in his words.
Tina’s untimely death, marred by a lack of justice, led to widespread calls for action and change in policies towards missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. The solemn anniversary not only honored Tina’s memory but also served as a solemn reminder of the work yet to be done in achieving justice and support for at-risk youth in similar situations.
Family members, including Kattie-Lee Fontaine, fondly cherished memories of Tina and the impact she had on their lives. Reflecting on the outpouring of support, Kattie-Lee expressed gratitude for the community’s continued solidarity with her family. The presence of Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew at the gathering symbolized a moment of unity and shared purpose in seeking justice for Tina and others like her.
As the night drew to a close, Elroy Fontaine expressed his hope that Tina, wherever she may be, would look down proudly on those keeping her memory alive and advocating for change. “Even if the whole world forgets her, I’m never going to forget her,” he declared, a testament to the enduring power of Tina Fontaine’s legacy.
