Resources for women

The Purple Ribbon Campaign was initiated by the Women’s Action Coalition of Nova Scotia following the December 6, 1989 killing of 14 women in Montreal. The campaign is now being organized by THANS.

The campaign runs each year from November 25 to December 10 to coincide with the international recognition of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence. The purpose of the campaign is to:

remember the 14 women who died in Montreal on December 6, 1989;
remember all women who have died violently or continue to live with abuse;
raise awareness of the far-reaching effects of violence against women;
raise funds for organizations providing direct service to abused women.

If you are interested in supporting the campaign, consider making a donation. Work towards ensuring there is not one more woman who suffers from abuse.

Please specify on your cheque that it's designated for the Purple Ribbon Campaign (PRC) and mail to:

Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (PRC)
319 - 1657 Barrington Street

Did you know that December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada? Established in 1991 by the Parliament of Canada, this day coincides with the sad anniversary of the death of fourteen young women who were tragically killed on December 6, 1989 at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal because of their gender.

Beyond commemorating the loss of these fourteen young lives, this day represents a time to pause and reflect on the phenomenon of violence against women in our society. It is also a time to have a special thought for all the women and girls who live daily with the threat of violence or who have died as a result of deliberate acts of gender-based violence. Last but not least, it is a day for communities to reflect on concrete actions that each Canadian can take to prevent and eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls