WomanACT Letter to Premier Ford On Reviving Bill 173 – The Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic Act.

On April 11th , WomanACT submitted a formal letter to Premier Doug Ford and all Members of Provincial Parliament, calling for the revival and passage of Bill 173 — The Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic Act.

Backed by over 30 community organizations, our letter urges the Ontario government to take action on the preventable and widespread crisis of intimate partner violence (IPV).

Recognizing IPV as an epidemic must go beyond symbolism—it requires lasting action, including new legislation, regulatory changes, policy directives, targeted programs, and sustainable budget measures. The Ontario government has an opportunity to take action, but only if we keep this issue at the forefront.

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