Posts Tagged ‘violence against women’
What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
At Luke’s Place, we provide support to women who have been subjected to intimate partner violence (IPV). Their stories are powerful reminders that abuse is not always visible and that understanding what IPV really looks like is essential to offering meaningful support. IPV does not always look like bruises or broken bones. Sometimes, it is…
Read moreCKW Inquest Anniversary
This month marks three years since the conclusion of the inquest into the tragic femicides of Carol Culleton, Anastasia Kuzyk, and Nathalie Warmerdam. In the wake of this violence, the 2022 inquest resulted in 86 urgent recommendations aimed at preventing intimate partner violence (IPV) and femicide across Ontario. As we mark the third anniversary of…
Read moreNational Indigenous History Month: Supporting Indigenous Survivors
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to reflect on the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island. It’s also a moment to acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonialism and systemic violence that continue to affect Indigenous communities today. Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people face…
Read moreCase Comment: Contempt Motion
In this case, the father brought a contempt motion against the mother, alleging various breaches of the parenting provisions of a final court order. His motion claimed the mother had failed to provide documents related to the children, withheld the children from him, made false accusations against him and had spoken negatively about him to…
Read moreVictim & Survivors of Crime Week: The Power of Collaboration
This week, the Government of Canada marks Victim and Survivors of Crime Week, a national initiative designed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by victims and survivors of crime, while highlighting the critical services, assistance, and laws available to support them. At Luke’s Place, we are dedicated to helping women who have experienced intimate…
Read moreMental Health Awareness Week: Self-care as a Feminist Act
May 5th to the 11th marks Mental Health Awareness Week. This year at Luke’s Place, we are focusing on the role that self-care plays in sustaining feminist movements, particularly for women impacted by intimate partner violence (IPV) and those who work tirelessly to support them. Taking time to care for yourself can sometimes be met…
Read moreCelebrating National Volunteer Week 2025: Volunteers Make Waves
At Luke’s Place, we are proud to honour the incredible impact of our volunteers who help shape a more just and supportive legal system for women and children subjected to intimate partner violence (IPV). This year’s National Volunteer Week theme: Volunteers Make Waves, highlights how each act of volunteering, big or small, creates momentum, contributes…
Read moreTips for building a safe co-parenting relationship
Violence does not always end when the relationship ends, especially when children are involved. If you share children with your ex-partner, establishing a new co-parenting dynamic is necessary. However, ensuring this relationship prioritizes your safety is crucial, and that can present significant challenges. Here are some tips, from our toolkit, The Law and Parenting Arrangements…
Read moreEqual Pay Day 2025: Fair wages, Safer futures
Thursday, April 10th is Equal Pay Day in Canada. This day raises awareness of the gender pay gap. Despite decades of advocacy, research, and policy changes, the gender pay gap is still a pressing issue, especially for marginalized communities. The gender pay gap refers to the difference in earnings between women and men. In Canada, women…
Read moreTwo Years Later: The Urgent Need to Implement the Mass Casualty Commission’s Recommendations
On March 30, 2023, the Nova Scotia Mass Casualty Commission released its final report, Turning the Tide Together. Now, as we approach the two-year anniversary of the report, we must ask: have we turned the tide, or are we still waiting for change? Unfortunately, a review of the femicide numbers makes it clear that we…
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