Dryden area residents are being asked to gather on December 6th to remember the victims of the Montreal Massacre.
In 1989, 14-female engineering students were murdered while attending school in Montreal.
Unifor Local 324 spokesperson Carol Joliquer and Stacy Lamb of the Hoshizaki House were guests on the CKDR Morning Show Friday to announce the ‘Walk for the Montreal Massacre and Violence Against Women’.
It’s being held at the St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 5:30pm.
The walk and vigil is meant to remember the victims of the Quebec tragedy and raise awareness of women’s rights.
November is ‘Woman Abuse Prevention Month’
Events in Dryden:
November 21st: Hoshizaki House and the Dryden GM Ice Dogs team up to raise awareness. Dryden Memorial Arena 7:30
November 23rd: Hoshizaki House hosting a free swim. Dryden Pool 7:00.
November 25th: International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Woman. Wear Purple.
The Hoshizaki House is selling scarves and ties for $15 in support of their campaign.
For more information:
Call Mell at 223-7311 ext.6, Kyla at 223-7311 ext. 4 or Stacy 223.7311 ext. 5
To hear more, visit the Audio link below.
