Nova Scotia government passes bill confirming epidemic of domestic violence

A news release issued by the NDP claims Nova Scotia has the highest rates of intimate partner violence of any province in Canada. Over 30% of women and 22.5% of men who have been in a relationship report being physically or sexually assaulted by their partner. 

What may appear to be a largely symbolic piece of legislation without any action attached is an important “first step,” according to the NDP leader who proposed it.  

“This is a very important day for women, gender diverse folks, men, anyone who has suffered intimate partner violence, they should take some solace in this legislation that has been passed,” Chender said. “We see it as Step 1 in addressing this issue and in implementing the findings of the Mass Casualty Commission.”

The NDP is also urging the Houston government to expand the number of paid leave days for workers experiencing violence at home.

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