10/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/15/2024 12:23
This November, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, alongside the Fort Saskatchewan Family Violence Prevention Coalition, will lead a campaign to bring attention to the often-overlooked issue of family violence. The theme, "The Elephant in the Room," aims to break the silence surrounding family violence and empower the community with resources and support.
"Family violence is a subject many are reluctant to discuss," said Melissa Kondro, Community Development Coordinator for the City of Fort Saskatchewan. "Our goal is to bring it out of the shadows, create awareness, and encourage those affected to seek help."
Throughout November, the City will host a series of workshops and a public art installation, including:
For more information on events and to register for workshops, visit fortsask.ca/FVPM.
Residents are encouraged to participate by attending a workshop, visiting the installation, or contributing crocheted elephants for display. Family Violence Prevention Month is part of a larger province-wide initiative to raise awareness and offer support to those affected.
Fort Saskatchewan, located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton along the North Saskatchewan River, is a vibrant hub for economic, recreational, and cultural activities. Nestled in the centre of Alberta's Industrial Heartland and home to nearly 30,000 residents, the city offers many amenities, including a multi-use fitness facility, an aquatics centre, 80 km of trails, and high-performance arenas and fields. Cultural highlights include a 500-seat performing arts theatre, historic sites, a museum, and a replica of the 1875 Northwest Mounted Police Fort. Fort Saskatchewan is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community, providing a blend of experiences that welcomes everyone.
The city is situated in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11. We recognize that we stand upon land that carries the footsteps of many Indigenous Peoples, including the Nehiyawak, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, and Métis. The City honours the First Peoples of this land and is committed to fostering reconciliation through relationship building, knowledge gathering, and education.