OTTAWA – Sport builds communities, stimulates economies, and contributes to the overall well-being of Canadians and the country. However, without sufficient safeguards and accountability, sport can also do harm. There is an urgent need to address the systemic maltreatment and abuse that continues to occur at all levels and contexts of sport. That’s why the Government of Canada is working …
OTTAWA – In Canada, sport is a source of national pride and resilience. It builds communities, stimulates economies and contributes to the overall well-being of Canadians and our country. However, without sufficient safeguards and accountability, sport can also do harm. For too long, victims and survivors have experienced maltreatment in the Canadian sport system. That’s why, to ensure all participants …
Brampton, ON | Public Health Agency of Canada Every day, 12 people die by suicide in Canada. Each life lost by suicide can have far-reaching effects, whether that’s families grappling with the loss of a loved one or the ripple effects that are felt within their communities. Suicide is a serious public health issue that impacts people of all ages …
Ottawa – The Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children at Western University was funded in the amount of $1,999,997 to launch the project “Collaborating to Prevent and Respond to Violence and Harassment at Work”. This project aims to develop, in partnership with Federally Regulated Employers – Transportation and Communications, the Canadian Labour Congress as well as …
Ottawa – Indigenous Peoples, particularly women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S+), experience violence at a much higher rate than other populations in Canada. The disappearance and murder of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people in Canada is an ongoing national crisis, which is due to the intergenerational trauma and marginalization caused by colonial policies rooted in racism and discrimination. Carol …
