Domestic abuse is an issue that affects members of every community. York Region is no exception to that fact. The murder that took place last week on Tuesday, January 25 in Richmond Hill is a sobering reminder that domestic abuse is a serious issue.

Domestic abuse is an issue that affects members of every community. York Region is no exception to that fact. The murder that took place last week on Tuesday, January 25 in Richmond Hill is a sobering reminder that domestic abuse is a serious issue.
Homicide statistics show that the period shortly after separation is the time of greatest risk for severe post-separation physical violence for women. However, little has been written about emotional and financial abuse that many women face during this time.