Laurier’s new gendered and sexual violence policy and procedure

On Nov. 24 Wilfrid Laurier University will finalize its new Gendered and Sexual Violence Policy. This policy is the first of it’s kind for the university, standing alone outside of the Student Codes of Conduct and workplace safety policies. According…

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Self-defence for women organized by Special Constables

Laurier Brantford’s Special Constables are working to offer improved campus safety by offering R.A.D. self-defence training to Laurier Brantford female students. The course is taking place on March 21 and 22 in a nine-hour training session. It is a free…

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The Limelight on Brantford’s family violence rate

A report released by Statistics Canada in January has brought to light the growing issue of family violence in the country. Within the report, Brantford is ranked at ninth for Canadian cities with the highest rates of domestic violence, and…

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Ray Rice and domestic abuse in sports

Professional athletes are often in the public eye. It comes with the territory. They are paid millions of dollars to play the sport that they love in front of droves of adoring fans. They are looked upon as heroes, inspirations…

Categories: Sports