Even if their laws are less punitive than in the US, Canada has a lot of catching up to do, too.

"CBC's 'Mother. Sister. Daughter.' project found more than half of 231 calls not started — and only 2 are done"

"Advocates decry 'unacceptable' inaction on MMIWG inquiry's calls for justice following 4-year anniversary"

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/mmiwg-inquiry-anniversary-reaction-2023-1.6866003