At the University of Saskatchewan, shoes lay next to photos of the 14 women who were killed on December 6, 1989 while they attended classes or worked on campus.
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Today is the 26th anniversary of the Montreal massacre where 14 female engineering students were killed at Ecole Polytechnique.
There will also be a number of Canadian landmarks like the CN Tower and Olympic Stadium in Montreal that will be lit up in red to honour the victims.
One is taking place at noon by a women’s groups who will gather at Place du 6 décembre 1989 at the corner of Decelles Ave. and Queen Mary Rd.
The second memorial was held in the evening at Mount Royal, a large hill that overlooks the city of Montreal.
Alternatives Prince Edward is dedicated to providing safe and confidential services while working to end violence against women. The names of the victims were read out as attendees listened and reflected.
In his statement marking the anniversary, Trudeau emphasized that the government is moving forward with an inquiry into the issue, and also promised to introduce legislation that will provide greater support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Indigenous women and girls are especially affected by violence in this country, and we should also take a few minutes today to remember the Indigenous women and girls who have been murdered or gone missing over the past thirty years.
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In an era where women continue to have to fight for their rights, those who have fallen will never be forgotten. “I want to channel what I’m feeling and use my past to help the world better”.
