November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Ontario.  During this time awareness & education events are held throughout the province.

White Ribbon Campaign, a global movement of men working to end men’s violence against women. Each year, men and boys in Canada are urged to wear a ribbon starting on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women until December 6, Canada’s National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign
This is an international campaign linking violence against women to human rights. The 16 Day period links two significant dates: November 25 - International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and December 6th - National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women.