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Legal Framework on Domestic Violence in Canada

Domestic violence remains a significant issue in Canada, affecting individuals and families across the nation. This blog aims to delve into the country’s legal framework surrounding domestic violence, examining the existing laws, recent developments, and areas needing improvement to protect victims and prevent future incidents.

Breaking The Silence on Domestic Violence - 2024

When it comes to silencing women, Western culture has had thousands of years of practice,” wrote Mary Beard in Women & Power: A Manifesto. Campaigns to break the silence on domestic violence…

BMCC - Breaking The Silence on Domestic Violence

It’s a heavy and difficult subject, but one that needs to be discussed,” she insists. We cannot defeat what we cannot face.”
These were the powerful words of Dr. Zita Somakoko, Founder of Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence (Canada), regarding the general and systemic response to….

How to recognize red flags in a relationship

Dr. Janie Lacy, a licensed psychotherapist, walks you through the subtle—and sometimes not‑so‑subtle—“red flags” that can pop up when you’re dating. In this concise guide, she explains how to spot patterns like inconsistent communication, controlling behaviors, and boundary violations early on, so you can protect your emotional well‑being and avoid falling into unhealthy relationship dynamics.