Saskatchewan providing funds to support women, children fleeing abusive situations
Saskatchewan providing funds to support women, children fleeing abusive situations
The Government of Saskatchewan is setting aside money in this year’s budget to help women and children escape abusive situations.
"This budget provides a three-year commitment of $876,000 to support second stage housing for women and their children fleeing domestic violence," Justice Minister Bronwyn Eyre said in a government news release.
"As we hire and empower prosecutors, improve access to justice, and invest further in second stage housing, this budget reflects our overall commitment to make Saskatchewan people and communities safe."
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