Quebec to table domestic violence prevention law based on Clare’s Law
Quebec Clare's Law would let partners check a history of domestic violence Support the bill as Quebec moves to boost safety, shelters, and victim protection
Quebec says it will introduce legislation in the coming days that would let people in a relationship learn whether a partner has a history of domestic violence. The proposal is modelled after Clare’s Law, a measure already used in the United Kingdom and several Canadian provinces.
The law is named after Clare Wood, who was killed in 2009 by a partner with a violent criminal history that she did not know about. Support for a similar law grew in Quebec after the death of Gabie Renaud last year, which was allegedly linked to a partner with a long history of domestic violence.
Domestic Security Minister Ian Lafrenière said the bill is being finalized and the government hopes to move it forward with support from opposition parties. Premier Christine Fréchette also previously pledged more funding for shelters and organizations that support victims of domestic violence.