On December 6th, 1989, an armed man walked into an engineering class at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal. After forcing the men to leave, he stated that he hated feminists and started shooting the women in the class, then beyond it. By the end of the shooting, he had killed 14 women and taken his own life.
As a result of these acts of violence, and the link that were made between these acts and everyday sexism, Canada established December 6th as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. This year marks 25th anniversary of the Massacre and reminds us of acts of gender-based violence against women in Canada and around the world.
The UBC December 6th Memorial Committee is promoting a series of events and initiatives to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. As a day of action, we invite you to take steps to end violence against women.
14 NOT FORGOTTEN MEMORIAL SERVICE
Attend this memorial service for the 14 women who were killed at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, as well as the countless other women who have been victims of gender-based violence. This year marks the 25th anniversary of this tragic event and the Faculty of Applied Sciences will be unveiling the 14 Not Forgotten Memorial Garden. A reception will follow the memorial service. Check out our website and Facebook event for more information.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014, 12:30-1 p.m.
The Wayne and William White Engineering Design Courtyard
PANEL DISCUSSION: AN EXAMINATION OF DECEMBER 6TH: 25 YEARS LATER
Join us for a discussion centered around the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. During this panel, we will discuss the importance of commemorating this day and critically engage with the continued work that we all need to engage with in order to end gender-based violence. Check out our Facebook event for more information.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
Simon K. Y. Lee Global Lounge, Media Room, Building 1, 2205 Lower Mall
T-SHIRT SILKSCREENING WORKSHOP
Join us in Place Vanier to silk screen prints commemorating December 6th onto t-shirts of your own or on those provided. Participants will have an opportunity to talk about issues related to gender-based violence.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014, 7-9 p.m.
Place Vanier Residence, Boardroom
CANDLE VIGIL
Stop by our table and light a candle to remember the events of December 6, 1989 and acknowledge the impact that gender-based violence has on all of us.
Friday, December 5, 2014, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
SUB Main Concourse
All events are free of charge. For more information, please email CJ Rowe, Diversity Advisor – Women, at cj.rowe@ubc.ca