Domestic Abuse
Self-defense class aims to arm, empower women in Regina
By Taylor Braat Online Producer
A self-defense class at the YWCA aims to arm and empower its residents and the public with techniques and knowledge when faced with danger. Continue reading
‘The need is still there’: West Island Women’s Shelter marks 40th anniversary
By Gloria Henriquez Reporter/Weather specialist
To mark the occasion, a group of supporters and partners gathered Wednesday evening in Dorval to back the non-profit. Continue reading
Toronto victim of machete attack likely had no choice but to report abuse: domestic violence expert
By Catherine McDonald Crime Specialist
“I think that she was incredibly brave, and I don’t know that a peace bond or a restraining order is sufficient to protect a woman. I don’t think the system was made to protect her.” Continue reading
New women’s domestic abuse shelter supports Calgary’s newcomers
By Jill Croteau Reporter
There are two new initiatives designed to save lives of people escaping domestic violence in Calgary: an app and a newcomer shelter. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
B.C. wants to know if domestic, sexual violence survivors should get paid leave
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
B.C. and Alberta are the only two provinces that don’t offer paid leave to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Continue reading
Woman found dead near St. Boniface commercial building
A woman was found dead near a St. Boniface business Saturday morning. Continue reading
Airdrie community hosts fundraiser for woman who had fingers severed in domestic attack
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
On Sunday, friends and strangers came together in for a Airdrie poker run and fundraiser for Dawn Warden and her son. Continue reading
First women’s shelter to open in Prince Edward County
The first women’s shelter in PEC hopes to open their doors in September but needs the community’s help. Continue reading
June Michell, advocate for survivors of domestic violence and co-founder of Women Aware, has died
As a survivor of domestic violence, June Michell dedicated her life to helping others in similar situations. Continue reading