**E-Pana**
**Definition**
E-Pana is a Canadian law enforcement initiative focused on investigating a series of unsolved disappearances and murders of Indigenous women along Highway 16, also known as the „Highway of Tears,” in British Columbia.
**Overview**
Launched by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in 2005, the E-Pana project aims to address the high number of missing and murdered Indigenous women in the region. The initiative involves dedicated resources, specialized investigators, and community collaboration to solve cold cases and prevent further violence. E-Pana has brought increased attention to systemic issues affecting Indigenous communities and has influenced broader efforts to improve safety and justice for Indigenous women in Canada.
**Meta Description**
E-Pana is a Canadian RCMP initiative investigating unsolved cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women along Highway 16. It focuses on cold cases and community safety.