NEWS RELEASE
WOMEN AND CHILDREN’S SHELTER OF BARRIE
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An evening of remembrance
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022
Venue: Barrie City Hall Rotunda
Opening remarks and presentation: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women in Canada.
Established in 1991 by the Parliament of Canada, this day marks the anniversary of the murders in 1989 of 14 young women at École Polytechnique de Montréal, who were killed because they were women. Thirty-plus years later, the effects of this tragedy are still felt, and gender-based violence continues to be an issue.
As we commemorate the 14 young women whose lives were taken in 1989, guests will also have the opportunity to reflect on the women who have been murdered in 2022, all due to gender-based violence.
Participants will be encouraged to identify their call to action. What can we do as a community to end violence against women and stop the murders of women and young girls? We hope you will join us in being a partner for change.
Wear your purple or purchase a purple scarf or tie to show support to those who have and continue to endure gender-based violence. Purple scarves and ties can be purchased at barrieshelter.com/shop.
Pre-register for the event online here.
For more information contact Deb James, 705-817-1189 or [email protected].
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