Local Organizations Honoured

Several agencies across the Rainy River district will be recognized today for their involvement in a provincial-wide campaign to combat domestic violence in the workplace.

Donna Kroocmo of the Rainy River District Shelter of Home says the groups participated in workshops to help with deal with new provincial legislation.

"The onus is now on an employer to take steps to keep that worker save," says Kroocmo. "Even if the partner is making harassing phones calls to work, they've got to take some action to stop it. The Neighbours, Friends and Family campaign teaches employers that will help them do that."

Today's ceremony in Fort Frances is one of just eight taking place across Ontario.