gender-based violence

• Western University unveils plan to tackle gender-based and sexual violence on campus

  Two reports looking into multiple reports of sexual assault at the start of the 2021-2022 school year will see Western add more programming and increase staffing in student dorms.

  Canada

  May 19
  
• Saskatchewan students taking a stand against gender-based violence on Moose Hide Campaign Day

  In an effort to take a stand against gender-based violence, students across Canada are participating in Moose Hide Campaign Day.

  Canada

  May 12
  
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• Quebec provincial police investigate 2 suspected femicides

  The Sûreté du Québec says a 49-year-old man was charged Friday following the death of his spouse, in what they allege could be the second femicide in the province within 24 hours.

  Crime

  Apr 2
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• International Women’s Day: Meet 5 extraordinary advocates working to uplift women in B.C.

  Meet Nataizya Mukwavi and four other amazing women in B.C. who are working to empower women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community every day.

  Perspectives

  Mar 8
• Quebec first province to introduce domestic violence tracking bracelets

  Quebec will soon become the first province in Canada to bring in electronic tracking bracelets for domestic violence perpetrators.

  Crime

  Feb 2
• Canada’s women shelters strained amid spike in domestic violence, staff shortages

  During the COVID-19 pandemic, several helplines for women experiencing domestic violence have reported striking jumps in calls.

  Canada

  Jan 12
• 3 spousal assault arrests in Peterborough on weekend: police

  In one arrest, police say a suspect was connected to several domestic incidents at several locations involving the same victim.

  Crime

  Jan 10
• Manitoba recognizes day of action on violence against women

  Canadian flags will be flown at half-mast at all federal and provincial provincial buildings Monday.

  Canada

  Dec 6, 2021
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• The Zonta Club’s 16 Days of Activism is underway in Guelph

  The public is encouraged to wear orange to support the end of gender-based violence. The Market Square will be lit in orange to support women and children facing violence.

  Canada

  Dec 3, 2021
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• March held in Montreal calling for an end to violence against women

  Activists say the issue of violence against women is getting worse, not better, despite millions of dollars promised for resources.

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2021