Recognizing National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

December 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, honouring the 14 women who lost their lives in the 1989 École Polytechnique de Montréal tragedy.

On Thursday, December 4, Durham College (DC) will recognize this solemn day with an event at the Oshawa Campus. At 11 a.m. in the Rotary Global Classroom (Centre for Collaborative Education, Room 145), students and employees are invited to reflect on the impact of gender-based violence and commit to positive change.

The event includes memorial readings, a symbolic student-led gesture, a pledge activity, and a performance by Aqua Nibii Waawasskone.

The event will be livestreamed for those who can’t attend in person. At our Whitby campus, there will be a viewing area in Room 1-12 of the Don Lovisa Building.

With remarks from college leaders and support from the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, this gathering reaffirms DC’s commitment to a safe and inclusive campus community.

Thursday, December 4
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Rotary Global Classroom (Centre for Collaborative Education, Room 145)