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368: What if you were the only one left to grieve?

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Jun 24, 2025
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Fallon Farinacci
In this conversation, Fallon Farinacci, a proud Red River Métis speaker and advocate for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, recounts her harrowing journey through trauma and loss. She shares the gripping story of a stalker threatening her family, highlighting legal system failures and intense fear. Fallon discusses her Métis heritage, the impact of grief on identity, and her remarkable transformation from personal sorrow into community activism. Her powerful insights aim to raise awareness and foster resilience in the face of systemic injustices.
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Traumatic Home Invasion Story

  • Fallon's family faced a stalking and home invasion threat with a loaded rifle.
  • Her mother was shot and her stalker later committed suicide on their property.
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Forced Relocation After Tragedy

  • Fallon and her siblings had to move away from their community after their parents' deaths.
  • This was emotionally difficult, losing their familiar home and support system.
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Brother's Suicide Impact

  • Fallon experienced the suicide of her older brother, deepening her grief.
  • She struggled with shock and the challenge of coping with this new loss.
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