Public Hearing on Bill 27: An Act to Amend the Protection Against Family Violence Act

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HAVE YOUR SAY! 

 

The  Social Development Committee  invites you to take part in a  public hearing on Bill 27: An Act to Amend the Protection Against Family Violence Act. 

 

The Committee will be publicly briefed on the Bill from the Honourable Jay Macdonald, Minister of Justice, and is seeking input from the public on the Bill. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and share their views on the proposed legislative changes, which aim to strengthen protections for victims of family violence and expand who can access them. 

 

What is Bill 27? 

Bill 27 proposes to strengthen the Protection Against Family Violence Act by: 

  • Expanding who can apply for Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs) 

  • Recognizing stalking (including online harassment) as a form of family violence 

  • Introducing a new civil legal action (a tort) for victims of stalking 

  • Making the language in the Act more gender inclusive 

 

 

Participate by: 

  • Attending in person to share your views during the hearing 

  • Submitting a written submission to @email by August 29, 2025 

 

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This hearing includes discussion of family violence, which may be triggering for some. Mental health support will be available onsite. 

Need support? Info is available at ywcanwt.ca/family-violence-shelters 

 

 

For online supports, visit the YWCA NWT: 
🔗 ywcanwt.ca/family-violence-shelters