They didn't invent this TikTok trend but they didn't need to participate in it. Your ex blocked you? Leave them alone! Most victims of stalking in Canada are stalked by an ex and it's the most lethal form. Call us buzzkills but there's plenty of fun social media trends and this ain't it.

Thank you Sheima Benembarek from The Walrus for speaking with us about Canada's weak stalking laws and this country's fundamental misunderstanding of how lethal stalking can be.

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year's theme is digital abuse. Fewer than 40% of countries have laws protecting women from cyber harassment or cyber stalking. This leaves 44% of the world’s women and girls without access to legal protection.

"A Regina police officer has pleaded guilty to using police databases to pursue intimate and personal relationships with women. [...] It's not clear how many people Semenchuk may have contacted."

"My Nightmare Stalker" is now streaming in the US on Paramount+ and here in Canada on Crave. We're grateful to the production company Forté Entertainment for reaching out to include us as one of their resources for Canadian viewers.

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month! Did you know that in Canada, 1 in 5 victims/survivors of stalking is ALSO physically assaulted by their stalker? If your stalker is an ex-partner, this is even more likely to be the case.

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada! Did you know that 8 out of 10 victims/survivors of stalking in Canada are women? Additionally, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men. Stalking is a gendered crime!

We keep seeing this "It's a haunted house, but" trend and frankly, there's nothing scarier than being gaslit!

We are so proud to be part of a feminist movement in Canada that works in solidarity and mobilizes to hold the government accountable! Thanks to public outrage and continued pressured, we've (so far) avoided the proposed 80% cut to WAGE and instead, got more funding for women and 2SLBTQ+ work!

Stalked in a nursery. Groped during Bible study. Molested in a church van. NBC News found a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.

Today is the International Day of the Girl! Did you know that in Canada, girls and young women under 25 have the highest rates of sexual assault AND criminal harassment? All girls deserve a life free from violence ❤️‍🩹

In one incident, Wagner wielded “a glass bottle that could have been used as a weapon.” He claims that he lived on her property, that they were in a relationship together, and that she was the mother of his child.

We are standing with hundreds of other Canadian non-profits in denouncing the proposed cuts to Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)

New research shows a link between the stress of being stalked and risk of cardiovascular events. When we say the body keeps the score, this is what we mean!

Ottawa defense lawyer convicted of criminal harassment (AKA stalking) and a host of other crimes, gets sentenced to four years.

Really encouraging developments in the North West Territories!

This is particularly dangerous for victims of stalking!

Dear Prime Minister: Gender Equality is not Optional Déclaration sur les coupures sans précédent à WAGE : L’égalité des genres n’est pas optionnelle

Although most victims know their stalkers, that is not always the case. In our current political climate, journalists merely doing their jobs are being targeted.

It's Pride month! 🌈 A time for celebration AND resistance ✊

To be stalked by a police officer after you call police for domestic violence? Unimaginable cruelty.

Stalking is lethal. Romane should still be here.

Aujourd'hui!

Today!

Early voting starts today! A reminder that you don't have to do anything ahead of time. Just show up to your local voting booth with picture ID and you are good to go! And don't forget to #VoteToEndGBV

The primary way stalkers get their victim’s personal information is by asking someone like a family member or a coworker. As a rule of thumb, if someone has to ask YOU to collect or share personal data, it’s because they would be denied a request they made directly.

The Canadian federal election is officially happening on April 28 🗳️ You will see lots of messaging about registering to vote, but that is a choice - not a necessity. If being on the registry is a safety concern for you, you can just show up with ID and vote on the spot. It's your right!

Nous sommes fiers de collaborer avec des organisations féministes à travers le Canada en demandant l’action sur l’épidémie de féminicide. #VotonsPourEliminerLaVFG Pour plus d'informations : actionontarienne.ca/28-avril-ele...

We are proud to stand with feminists and women's organizations across Canada. We CAN #VoteToEndGBV For more information : votetoendgbv.com

We are proud to stand with feminists and women's organizations across Canada. We CAN #VoteToEndGBV For more information : votetoendgbv.com

A reminder : Registering to vote is an OPTION in Canada - not a requirement! Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Exercise your democratic rights in the safest way you can!

Today is the Trans Day of Visibility! 🏳️‍⚧️ Visibility can be powerful but it can also be dangerous. American research has found that 1 in 7 trans/non-binary undergraduate students were victims of stalking compared to 1 in 17 cisgender undergraduate students.

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (Known professionally as Selena) was the "Queen of Tejano Music". She had incredible stage presence, iconic style and was beloved by millions. 30 years ago today, she was murdered by her stalker. Selena was only 23 years old.

The Canadian federal election is officially happening on April 28 🗳️ You will see lots of messaging about registering to vote, but that is a choice - not a necessity. If being on the registry is a safety concern for you, you can just show up with ID and vote on the spot. It's your right!

The Law Commission of Ontario has launched a survey to help them tackle intimate partner violence. If you've ever had personal or professional experience with protection orders including Peace Bonds, restraining orders, or bail release orders, consider filling out their survey!

"Surveillance technology that was once the preserve of nation states is now available to anyone for a few pounds"

Happy International Women's Day! Bonne Journée internationale de la femme! We are an organization that represents all victims of stalking but that doesn't mean we ignore the statistical reality. In Canada, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men and 8 out of 10 victims are women. We deserve better!

A reminder that you do not have to register to vote in Canada. If you don't feel safe being on the registry or getting a voter card mailed to your house feels too dangerous, just show up with picture ID that has your address on it. And voilà! Democracy protected! 🗳️

"Wow, I wish someone was obsessed with me like that!" This can make it hard for victims of stalking to spot red flags. It can make it difficult to understand your fears because "shouldn't I be flattered? Isn't obsession a sign of devotion?" Obsession is #NotRomantic

Although registering to vote means you get a card which can make it faster on voting day, you do NOT have to register to vote in Canada. If being on the register or receiving mail at home is a safety issue for you, you are still allowed to vote by showing up with picture ID.

Happy Valentine's Day! 💝 Relationships built on consent, trust, respect and shared interests? Huge fans! Framing obsession, persistence and boundary violations as a sign of devotion? Hard no! Stop romanticizing harmful behaviour. Stalking is #NotRomantic!

If you want a real concrete example of what this looks like, take this note my stalker slid under my door. If you don't know French, the translation is "I will always love you, you have no choice." Almost verbatim what Julia titled her research!

It's Valentine's Day week! As an organization dedicated to addressing stalking, we gotta talk about the links between romantic tropes + stalking. Dr Julia Lippman's research demonstrated how toxic tropes around "no means try harder", the Grand Gesture™️desensitize women to stalking red flags.

We are not powerless in the face of rising hate and harassment. Commit to spending 1 hour with me on Zoom, and I will teach you 5 safe, practical and effective ways to de-escalate street harassment. Register today : zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Apathy is boring & overrated. Giving a shit about others, showing up for your community & banding together to keep each other safe? Très chic. Very cool. Let me teach you bystander intervention - for free! Feb 17 noon - 1pm EST Cameras/mics muted Open to anyone anywhere aged 12+ Register!

Language matters! The way people throw around the word "stalking" makes it difficult for survivors to be believed because "Hey, haven't we all done a little light stalking in our day?!" + your ex is allowed to move on! They, and their future partners, don't deserve harassment as a result.

In Canada, stalking is classified as Criminal Harassment. It is a dangerous, underdiscussed form of gender-based violence. Survivors struggle to be heard. In 2017, we partnered with @ambivalentlyyours.bsky.social to create this free PSA focused on safety tips for survivors and their loved ones.

Women of Ontario: Vote like your life depends on it - because it does! February 27, 2025 : Get out the vote! If a candidate comes knocking at your door or you're able to attend your local candidates' debate, ask them :