Igniting Change on Canada's Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence

On September 16, 2025, the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights launched the research report Igniting Change on Canada's Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.


This groundbreaking research applies a human rights lens to Canada’s National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence (GBV), highlighting both achievements and urgent gaps while setting out a clear strategy for action.

Read the report brief in English or French:

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The report calls for a stronger, coordinated national response to one of Canada’s most pressing human rights crises. It:

  • pinpoints progress and persistent shortcomings in the National Action Plan;

  • recommends priority actions for policymakers, service providers, and community leaders; and

  • proposes a strategy to activate the Plan’s Five Pillars, centring the leadership of marginalized communities.

The JHC acknowledges the support of Women and Gender Equality Canada, whose funding made this work and report possible.

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