National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

On December 6, 1989, our country was shaken by the horrific act of gender-based violence that took place at Polytechnique Montréal. The lives of 14 young women were taken in a violent act of misogyny.

Today, on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we mourn their loss and remember their lives. We also reaffirm our commitment to fight the hatred that caused this tragedy; and call for an end to all forms of violence and discrimination against women.

In recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on December 6, flags at Regional Headquarters will fly at half-mast until December 8.