We remember December 6
14 women were killed at École Polytechnique on December 6, 1989.
Over 35 women and girls in Ontario were killed by men who were either a former or current intimate partner, a family member, or someone known to them in 2020.
First, mourn. Then take action for change. We remember December 6.
Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres is a network of sexual assault centres in Ontario. If you or someone you know has been affected by violence, we can help.
- Find the sexual assault centre nearest you at sexualassaultsupport.ca/support.
- Find a shelter in your community at sheltersafe.ca.
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