Preventing and Addressing Gender-Based Violence

Today marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, which honours the 14 women killed and those injured 34 years ago at l’Ecole Polytechnique de Montréal

This day is a solemn reminder of the importance of ensuring that we do all we can to prevent gender-based violence and address its root causes. Minister Parsa announced today that the government is investing an additional $18.7 million this year in programs and supports that help prevent and address violence against women and girls. This includes an additional $18.14 million in 400 gender-based violence service providers across the province to help them hire more staff, improve services, and expand crisis-response programs.

News Releases;

EN: Preventing and Addressing Gender-Based Violence

FR: Prévenir et combattre la violence fondée sur le sexe