The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is a significant day in Canada, observed annually on December 6. It commemorates the tragedy that occurred on December 6, 1989, when 14 women were murdered at Ecole Polytechnique Montreal by a gunman who targeted them because of their gender, for being a woman. This day of significance serves as a reminder, that gender-based violence continues to be a prevalent issue affecting women, girls, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals across Canada and throughout the world. This important day is also a call to action, take time today to – remember, reflect and take meaningful actions to end violence against women.

On December 6, join us in recognizing the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women:

Whitby campus: Don Lovisa Building, Atrium
10 to 11:30 a.m.

Oshawa campus: The Pit
2 to 3:30 p.m.

Learn more about:
1. The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
2. The Facts about Gender-Based Violence