Canadian flags at federal and provincial government buildings will be flown at half-mast today in recognition of the National day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This announcement comes on the anniversary of the Montreal École Polytechnique Massacre where 14 women were killed in a mass shooting in 1989.
According to Manitoba's minister responsible for the status of women, Cathy Cox, the goal of the day is to "collectively create a dialogue, pursue change, and challenge notions and comments that perpetuate violence against women."
