Justice for Barbara Kentner - OTTAWA RALLY

Published on August 27, 2026

📢 Join us in Ottawa on Monday, August 31 as Barbara Kentner’s family, Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, First Nations leadership, and supporters come together to demand justice, accountability, systemic change, and stronger support for First Nation victims and families.

The rally follows the decision to grant full parole to Brayden Bushby, who was convicted of manslaughter in Barbara’s 2017 death after throwing a trailer hitch at her.

📍 MEET UP: 11:00 a.m. ET
Centennial Flame, Parliament Hill
111 Wellington St., Ottawa, ON

From Parliament Hill, participants will march to the Parole Board of Canada National Office for a public demonstration and remarks.

🔴 Wear red in solidarity with Barbara’s family. All supporters are encouraged to attend and stand with us.

Hosted by the Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Grand Council Treaty #3, and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation.

Justice for Barbara Kentner.pdf
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