🚨 Missing Woman – Vanderhoof, British Columbia – Bonnie Marie Joseph, 32 – Last Seen September 8, 2007
September 8, 2025 marked the 18th anniversary of the disappearance of Bonnie Marie Joseph, a 32-year-old woman from the Yekooche First Nation in British Columbia. Bonnie was last seen hitchhiking from Vanderhoof to Prince George, on her way to a critical court date that was scheduled for the following day. She was fighting to regain custody of her five children but never made it to her appointment.
Bonnie’s disappearance was completely out of character. Her family immediately grew concerned when she missed her court appearance, as she had been diligent about attending every previous date. She was reportedly very close to regaining custody of her children, which made her sudden disappearance even more alarming. Family members continue to stress that she would never have abandoned her children willingly.
In the months following her disappearance, her wallet, identification, and an uncashed cheque were found near a lake. This evidence was troubling, as Bonnie relied on these items in her daily life. The RCMP confirmed the discovery to Bonnie’s sister, Sharon, but by then nearly a year had passed since Bonnie vanished. Despite searches and investigations, no further trace of her has been found.
Bonnie’s case is part of the larger crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women along the infamous Highway of Tears, a remote stretch of highway in northern British Columbia where dozens of women and girls have gone missing or been murdered over the decades. Bonnie was known to hitchhike alone between Fort St. James, Vanderhoof, and Prince George, putting her at greater risk.
📌 Description
- Name: Bonnie Marie Joseph (also known as Bonnie M. Joseph)
- Age at Disappearance: 32
- Gender: Female
- Nation: Yekooche First Nation
- Height: 5’4” (163 cm)
- Weight: 120 lbs (54 kg)
- Hair: Brown, worn short
- Eyes: Brown
- Notable Features: Tattoo of an “X” and dots across her left knuckles, blotches on her face, impetigo infection on her face and head
📞 How to Help
Anyone with information about Bonnie’s disappearance is asked to call the Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca. Anonymous tips may qualify for a cash reward.
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👉 What You Can Do
Bonnie’s family continues to wait for answers, and your help could make a difference. Share her story, talk about the Highway of Tears, and help raise awareness for missing Indigenous women across Canada.
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