Violence Link Literature Reviews

Humane Canada has conducted a Violence Link Literature Review to explore published research related to the violence link. To learn more, check out the Violence Link Literature Review and Violence Link Primer.

Violence Link Primer: Download Report

2018 Violence Link Review: Download Report

In 2021, Humane Canada conducted a survey to measure knowledge and understanding of the Violence Link in ten key sectors affected by the Violence Link. The survey measured knowledge and understanding of the Violence link, as well as seeking to understand prevalence, available resources, preferred resources, barriers to addressing the Violence Link, and support for federal government intervention.

Violence Link Sector Survey Report: Download Report

INCREASE AWARENESS WITHIN YOUR ORGANIZATION, GET THE POSTERS

Animal abuse often occurs before or alongside the abuse of people. This is known as the Violence Link.

Unfortunately, because of challenges including being overworked and underfunded, people at the frontlines of violence and care often only see or act on what they are trained to respond to. But helping to break the Violence Link often just takes one phone call.

The following toolkits can help you share this important message with your team.


HOW TO USE THE POSTERS

These toolkits were developed to help various professions create awareness of the Violence Link between interpersonal abuse and animal abuse, as well as how to take action. The kits include posters, with powerful graphics and messaging, that can be printed out for your workplace as well as digital files for use on your websites and social media.

Simply find your profession or sector below and download the toolkit with messaging relevant to your field.



Police & Corrections: Download Toolkit

Prosecution & the Judiciary: Download Toolkit

Law & Policy Makers: Download Toolkit

Enforcement: Download Toolkit

Vets, RVTs, & Animal Care Personnel: Download Toolkit

Animal Welfare: Download Toolkit

Social Services: Download Toolkit

Victim Services: Download Toolkit

Healthcare: Download Toolkit

Gender-Based Violence: Download Toolkit

Educators: Download Toolkit

Counsellors: Download Toolkit