Public Service Announcement on Violence Against Women – Jordin Tootoo

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(Jordin Tootoo is seated in a hockey arena speaking to the camera. The lower third announces: Jordin Tootoo, New Jersey Devils)

Jordin Tootoo: Our traditional ways do not tolerate violence and abuse towards women. Relationships were built on equality and mutual respect.

(Jordin speaks to a group of young hockey players on the ice.)

But we know that this is not always the case today.

(Jordin seated in hockey arena speaking to the camera.)

The cycle of abuse exists within some of our communities that is being passed from one generation to another.

(Aboriginal children in hockey gear seated eating lunch. The lower third announces: Fort McKay First Nation)

But that cycle must end.

(Group of children in hockey gear pose for a photo with Jordin Tootoo.)

We all have a role to play in preventing violence against women and girls.

(Jordin on the ice playing hockey with children.)

Men and boys need to be a part of the solution. It is time we speak up and act.

(Jordin seated in hockey arena speaking to the camera.)

Violence against a spouse, girlfriend, or any woman should never be tolerated.

(Children in hockey gear seated on bench.)

Let's work together to stop the violence and abuse and protect the women and girls in our lives.

(Jordin seated in hockey arena speaking to the camera.)

Let's make our communities a safer place now, and in the future.

(A graphic appears reading, "We all have a role to play in preventing violence against women and girls.")

(The Government of Canada wordmark appears.)

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