National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Wednesday, December 6th, 2023

11:00 am - 11:45 am

60 Founders Dr, Oshawa, ON L1G 7W1

Please join us in the ACE Atrium to come together and remember the 14 women who were murdered in an act of gender-based violence at Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal on December 6, 1989. As a symbol of recognizing ongoing violence against women, Ontario Tech University Engineering will be revealing a brand-new monument to represent the remembrance of past events and the ongoing realities of girls and women around the world.

 Event Agenda: 

• Opening Remarks: Cassi Campbell, Women in Engineering President
  

• Eda Aydin, Assistant Teaching Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science 

• Candle Lighting Ceremony

  • Dr. Meaghan Charest-Finn, Associate Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

• Moment of Silence

• Closing Remarks: Cassi Campbell, Women in Engineering President

• Unveiling of Monument: Dr. Hossam Kishawy, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

  • The monument will be unveiled outdoors so please dress accordingly

Content Advisory:
Please note that the memorial ceremony will mention different forms of sexual violence including sexual assault, sexual harassment, and murder. Please prioritize your health and well-being and take the space that you need if you do not feel comfortable at this event. For resources and supports, please contact :

Students:
On-Campus: Connect with our Student Mental Health Services
Phone: 905-721-3392 or Email studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca.
They are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
Off-Campus: Connect with Good2Talk which is a 24/7 Support Line for Post-Secondary Students.
Call 1-866-925-5454
Text “GOOD2TALK” to 68686

Employees:
If you are an employee, you can access support through the Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) by clicking HERE.

This event is presented in partnership by: