Elenore Sturko, MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale and Critic for Solicitor General and Public Safety “My heartfelt condolences go out to the victims, families, and communities mourning these devastating losses. Since the end of June, at least five women have been killed and three more seriously injured in incidents of alleged intimate partner violence in British Columbia. These are not isolated tragedies, they are part of a disturbing pattern that cannot be ignored. We are facing a public safety emergency, especially when it comes to violence against women. According to a report commissioned by the province just last month, nearly 1 in 2 women in B.C. (48%) have experienced intimate partner violence since the age of 15. And 1 in 5 homicides in Canada is linked to intimate partner violence. British Columbians deserve to feel safe, and that includes safety in their homes and relationships.” Kristina Loewen, MLA for Kelowna Centre “In the last several weeks, we’ve seen multiple women lose their l...
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