Calgary Domestic Abuse

• Calgary social support services see increased strain as pandemic continues

  A recent survey conducted by the Calgary Domestic Violence Collective is showing many organizations are feeling increased pressure as the fifth wave of the pandemic continues. 

  Canada

  Jan 27, 2022
  
• More people calling Calgary police before domestic incidents become violent

  More Calgarians are reaching out for help before domestic incidents erupt into violence, police and shelter agencies said Monday.

  Crime

  Nov 2, 2021
  
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• After years of alleged domestic abuse, Calgary woman’s home destroyed by fire

  Calgary woman's family fearful after Calgary Police confirmed it is investigating a fire that destroyed Natasha Bourdon's home as a possible arson.

  Dec 23, 2020
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• New women’s domestic abuse shelter supports Calgary’s newcomers

  There are two new initiatives designed to save lives of people escaping domestic violence in Calgary: an app and a newcomer shelter.

  Health

  Sep 4, 2019
• Calgary police launch New Connect Line app for domestic abuse support

  The app, called New Connect Line, was developed by CPS and a Calgary-based developer.

  Crime

  Sep 4, 2019
• Crime Beat podcast: Sarah Rae, daddy’s little girl

  The sun rose and set on Gord Rae's daughter until she was suddenly ripped from his life in August 2008.

  Crime

  Jun 11, 2019
• Candlelight vigil held in honour of Calgary woman killed by her ex

  Family and friends of a young Calgary woman who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend last year gathered at her gravesite on Monday for a candlelight vigil in her honour.

  Crime

  Mar 26, 2019
• Family of murdered Calgary woman Nadia El-Dib share her story to raise awareness around domestic abuse 

  “It's a very bittersweet feeling of, ‘I wish none of this happened and I’d do anything to get her back,’ but that's not possible,” Racha said. “So the only way we can go about it is to do something good out of this.”

  Crime

  Oct 26, 2018
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• Calgary police arrest man wanted for attempted murder in domestic-related investigation

  Calgary police are looking for information on the whereabouts of Joseph Junior Vienneau.

  Crime

  Jul 11, 2017