Changes to job leave provisions in Saskatchewan now in effect
Changes to maternity, parental, adoption and interpersonal violence leaves are now part of Saskatchewan’s employment laws. Continue reading
Sexual violence
Sentencing hearing set for Lethbridge man who pleaded guilty in sexual interference case
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Cody Tyler Black Forehead appeared in a Lethbridge courtroom Monday morning. Continue reading
Saskatchewan will offer paid leave to victims of domestic violence
The Saskatchewan Coroners Service says that over the last 14 years, 71 people have died in domestic homicides – more than half of them women. Continue reading
Plan announced to take action on sexual violence in Saskatchewan
A 22-point action plan has been created to address how sexual assaults are dealt with and prevent them in Saskatchewan. Continue reading
Alberta-wide text and chat line launches amid increased demand for sexual assault services
Dramatically increased demand for sexual assault services in Alberta has led to a new service aimed at better connecting survivors to local specialized services. And it’s all available through your smartphone. Continue reading
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#Uhavethepower campaign underway in Lethbridge to stop sexual violence
Advocates hope the campaign will spur momentum, get people talking about the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre and talk more about sexual assault in general. Continue reading
Ontario government boosts grant funding to bolster sexual violence programs on university, college campuses
Schools will also be required to review their sexual violence policies and form task forces to address the issue by September. Continue reading
Quebec brings together experts to support sexual and domestic violence victims
The Quebec government has announced the creation of an expert panel to look at improving support for sexual assault and domestic violence victims. Continue reading
London police issue warning about man believed to be ‘high risk’ to women
Police say Ronald “Kevin” Fangrad, 56, has been assessed as a high risk for sexual violence and violence towards women. Continue reading
Johnny Depp sues ex-wife Amber Heard in $50 million defamation suit
The suit said Depp, 55, has suffered financial losses because of her accusations of abuse, including being dropped from his role as Capt. Jack Sparrow in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” films. Continue reading