The search for the remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran at the Prairie Green Landfill, north of Winnipeg, has been decommissioned, according to a report published on April 30, 2026. The announcement marks the end of a lengthy and emotionally charged effort to locate the two Indigenous women, whose deaths have drawn widespread attention to issues of missing and murdered Indigenous women in Canada.
Background of the Search
Crews had prepared a section of the Prairie Green Landfill on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in advance of the search. The operation involved extensive planning and coordination among various agencies, including local law enforcement and environmental experts. The landfill, a sprawling site north of Winnipeg, presented significant challenges due to its size and the nature of the materials buried there.
Community and Family Reactions
The decision to decommission the search has elicited mixed reactions from the families of the victims and Indigenous communities. Many had hoped that the search would provide closure and bring the remains of Harris and Myran home. The decommissioning raises questions about the resources and commitment allocated to such efforts, as well as the broader systemic issues facing Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Next Steps and Ongoing Advocacy
While the search at Prairie Green Landfill has been called off, advocates and family members continue to call for justice and systemic changes. The case has highlighted the need for better protocols in investigations involving Indigenous women and has sparked renewed calls for a national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women. The decommissioning does not necessarily mean the end of the search for answers, as legal and political avenues remain open.
The decommissioning of the search is a significant development in a case that has captured national attention. It underscores the complexities and emotional toll of such operations, as well as the enduring pain of families seeking closure.
