The Canadian Anti-Stalking Association (CASA)
@antistalkingcanada.bsky.social
The Canadian Anti-Stalking Association (CASA)
L'association canadienne contre le harcèlement criminel (ACCHC)
L'association canadienne contre le harcèlement criminel (ACCHC)
Thank you to everyone who amplified our calls for legal amendments to the Criminal Harassment law! We did it!
We know the legal system will not solve the issue of stalking and there's a long road ahead but while we're stuck in this carceral system, let's minimize harm and save lives. ✊
We know the legal system will not solve the issue of stalking and there's a long road ahead but while we're stuck in this carceral system, let's minimize harm and save lives. ✊
December 11, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Thank you to everyone who amplified our calls for legal amendments to the Criminal Harassment law! We did it!
We know the legal system will not solve the issue of stalking and there's a long road ahead but while we're stuck in this carceral system, let's minimize harm and save lives. ✊
We know the legal system will not solve the issue of stalking and there's a long road ahead but while we're stuck in this carceral system, let's minimize harm and save lives. ✊
We are unbelievably proud to see this! Bill C-16 was announced yesterday which includes our work to change the law around stalking!
We've long advocated that the criteria of the victim has to prove they were "afraid for their safety" is too subjective and weaponizes people's resilience.
We've long advocated that the criteria of the victim has to prove they were "afraid for their safety" is too subjective and weaponizes people's resilience.
Protecting Victims Act: Proposed legislation to protect victims and keep kids safe from predators
Protecting Victims Act: Proposed legislation to protect victims and keep kids safe from predators
www.justice.gc.ca
December 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
We are unbelievably proud to see this! Bill C-16 was announced yesterday which includes our work to change the law around stalking!
We've long advocated that the criteria of the victim has to prove they were "afraid for their safety" is too subjective and weaponizes people's resilience.
We've long advocated that the criteria of the victim has to prove they were "afraid for their safety" is too subjective and weaponizes people's resilience.
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New from 404 Media: ChatGPT told a violent stalker to continue running his misogynistic and threat-filled podcast despite the “haters,” and to visit more gyms to find women. The man stalked women in multiple states, including touching and following from work
www.404media.co/chatgpt-spot...
www.404media.co/chatgpt-spot...
ChatGPT Told a Violent Stalker to Embrace the 'Haters,' Indictment Says
A newly filed indictment claims a wannabe influencer used ChatGPT as his "therapist" and "best friend" in his pursuit of the "wife type," while harassing women so aggressively they had to miss work a...
www.404media.co
December 3, 2025 at 5:37 PM
New from 404 Media: ChatGPT told a violent stalker to continue running his misogynistic and threat-filled podcast despite the “haters,” and to visit more gyms to find women. The man stalked women in multiple states, including touching and following from work
www.404media.co/chatgpt-spot...
www.404media.co/chatgpt-spot...
They didn't invent this TikTok trend but they didn't need to participate in it.
Your ex blocked you? Leave them alone!
Most victims of stalking in Canada are stalked by an ex and it's the most lethal form.
Call us buzzkills but there's plenty of fun social media trends and this ain't it.
Your ex blocked you? Leave them alone!
Most victims of stalking in Canada are stalked by an ex and it's the most lethal form.
Call us buzzkills but there's plenty of fun social media trends and this ain't it.
November 26, 2025 at 3:51 PM
They didn't invent this TikTok trend but they didn't need to participate in it.
Your ex blocked you? Leave them alone!
Most victims of stalking in Canada are stalked by an ex and it's the most lethal form.
Call us buzzkills but there's plenty of fun social media trends and this ain't it.
Your ex blocked you? Leave them alone!
Most victims of stalking in Canada are stalked by an ex and it's the most lethal form.
Call us buzzkills but there's plenty of fun social media trends and this ain't it.
Thank you Sheima Benembarek from The Walrus for speaking with us about Canada's weak stalking laws and this country's fundamental misunderstanding of how lethal stalking can be.
“Tonight’s the night you’re going to die.”
This is what Collette Martin’s ex told her before he stabbed her thirty-seven times. Martin's case is an extreme outcome of a behaviour society often treats as harmless: stalking. Sheima Benembarek investigates: thewalrus.ca/why-dont-we-take...
This is what Collette Martin’s ex told her before he stabbed her thirty-seven times. Martin's case is an extreme outcome of a behaviour society often treats as harmless: stalking. Sheima Benembarek investigates: thewalrus.ca/why-dont-we-take...
November 25, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Thank you Sheima Benembarek from The Walrus for speaking with us about Canada's weak stalking laws and this country's fundamental misunderstanding of how lethal stalking can be.
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year's theme is digital abuse.
Fewer than 40% of countries have laws protecting women from cyber harassment or cyber stalking. This leaves 44% of the world’s women and girls without access to legal protection.
Fewer than 40% of countries have laws protecting women from cyber harassment or cyber stalking. This leaves 44% of the world’s women and girls without access to legal protection.
November 25, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. This year's theme is digital abuse.
Fewer than 40% of countries have laws protecting women from cyber harassment or cyber stalking. This leaves 44% of the world’s women and girls without access to legal protection.
Fewer than 40% of countries have laws protecting women from cyber harassment or cyber stalking. This leaves 44% of the world’s women and girls without access to legal protection.
"A Regina police officer has pleaded guilty to using police databases to pursue intimate and personal relationships with women. [...] It's not clear how many people Semenchuk may have contacted."
Regina officer pleads guilty to using police databases to pursue women | CBC News
Sergeant Robert Eric Semenchuck remains suspended with pay, as required under the province's Police Act. He has pleaded guilty to breach of trust and unauthorized use of a computer
www.cbc.ca
November 21, 2025 at 5:23 PM
"A Regina police officer has pleaded guilty to using police databases to pursue intimate and personal relationships with women. [...] It's not clear how many people Semenchuk may have contacted."
"My Nightmare Stalker" is now streaming in the US on Paramount+ and here in Canada on Crave.
We're grateful to the production company Forté Entertainment for reaching out to include us as one of their resources for Canadian viewers.
We're grateful to the production company Forté Entertainment for reaching out to include us as one of their resources for Canadian viewers.
November 18, 2025 at 3:29 PM
"My Nightmare Stalker" is now streaming in the US on Paramount+ and here in Canada on Crave.
We're grateful to the production company Forté Entertainment for reaching out to include us as one of their resources for Canadian viewers.
We're grateful to the production company Forté Entertainment for reaching out to include us as one of their resources for Canadian viewers.
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month!
Did you know that in Canada, 1 in 5 victims/survivors of stalking is ALSO physically assaulted by their stalker? If your stalker is an ex-partner, this is even more likely to be the case.
Did you know that in Canada, 1 in 5 victims/survivors of stalking is ALSO physically assaulted by their stalker? If your stalker is an ex-partner, this is even more likely to be the case.
November 13, 2025 at 6:18 PM
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month!
Did you know that in Canada, 1 in 5 victims/survivors of stalking is ALSO physically assaulted by their stalker? If your stalker is an ex-partner, this is even more likely to be the case.
Did you know that in Canada, 1 in 5 victims/survivors of stalking is ALSO physically assaulted by their stalker? If your stalker is an ex-partner, this is even more likely to be the case.
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada!
Did you know that 8 out of 10 victims/survivors of stalking in Canada are women? Additionally, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men.
Stalking is a gendered crime!
Did you know that 8 out of 10 victims/survivors of stalking in Canada are women? Additionally, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men.
Stalking is a gendered crime!
November 6, 2025 at 6:41 PM
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month in Canada!
Did you know that 8 out of 10 victims/survivors of stalking in Canada are women? Additionally, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men.
Stalking is a gendered crime!
Did you know that 8 out of 10 victims/survivors of stalking in Canada are women? Additionally, 9 out of 10 stalkers are men.
Stalking is a gendered crime!
We keep seeing this "It's a haunted house, but" trend and frankly, there's nothing scarier than being gaslit!
October 31, 2025 at 5:38 PM
We keep seeing this "It's a haunted house, but" trend and frankly, there's nothing scarier than being gaslit!
We are so proud to be part of a feminist movement in Canada that works in solidarity and mobilizes to hold the government accountable!
Thanks to public outrage and continued pressured, we've (so far) avoided the proposed 80% cut to WAGE and instead, got more funding for women and 2SLBTQ+ work!
Thanks to public outrage and continued pressured, we've (so far) avoided the proposed 80% cut to WAGE and instead, got more funding for women and 2SLBTQ+ work!
Minister Champagne announces funding to advance equality, and build safer, more inclusive communities across Canada - Canada.ca
We are building our economy with major projects and millions more homes, we are empowering Canadians with lower costs and new opportunities to help you get ahead, and we are protecting our communities...
www.canada.ca
October 30, 2025 at 3:42 PM
We are so proud to be part of a feminist movement in Canada that works in solidarity and mobilizes to hold the government accountable!
Thanks to public outrage and continued pressured, we've (so far) avoided the proposed 80% cut to WAGE and instead, got more funding for women and 2SLBTQ+ work!
Thanks to public outrage and continued pressured, we've (so far) avoided the proposed 80% cut to WAGE and instead, got more funding for women and 2SLBTQ+ work!
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Stalked in a nursery. Groped during Bible study. Molested in a church van.
NBC News found a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
NBC News found a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
Assemblies of God churches shielded accused predators — and allowed them to keep abusing children
NBC News uncovered a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
nbcnews.to
October 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Stalked in a nursery. Groped during Bible study. Molested in a church van.
NBC News found a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
NBC News found a 50-year pattern of sex abuse, silence and cover-up in the world’s largest Pentecostal denomination.
Today is the International Day of the Girl!
Did you know that in Canada, girls and young women under 25 have the highest rates of sexual assault AND criminal harassment?
All girls deserve a life free from violence ❤️🩹
Did you know that in Canada, girls and young women under 25 have the highest rates of sexual assault AND criminal harassment?
All girls deserve a life free from violence ❤️🩹
October 11, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Today is the International Day of the Girl!
Did you know that in Canada, girls and young women under 25 have the highest rates of sexual assault AND criminal harassment?
All girls deserve a life free from violence ❤️🩹
Did you know that in Canada, girls and young women under 25 have the highest rates of sexual assault AND criminal harassment?
All girls deserve a life free from violence ❤️🩹
In one incident, Wagner wielded “a glass bottle that could have been used as a weapon.”
He claims that he lived on her property, that they were in a relationship together, and that she was the mother of his child.
He claims that he lived on her property, that they were in a relationship together, and that she was the mother of his child.
Taylor Swift wins 5-year restraining order against her alleged stalker
Taylor Swift won a restraining order against Brian Jason Wagner after he allegedly visited her home on several occasions and claimed she was the mother of his child.
www.latimes.com
September 29, 2025 at 10:07 PM
In one incident, Wagner wielded “a glass bottle that could have been used as a weapon.”
He claims that he lived on her property, that they were in a relationship together, and that she was the mother of his child.
He claims that he lived on her property, that they were in a relationship together, and that she was the mother of his child.
We are standing with hundreds of other Canadian non-profits in denouncing the proposed cuts to Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
Alongside 175+ organizations across Canada, including leading 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations like @egalecanada.bsky.social, @fiertecappride.bsky.social, Pride at Work Canada, Enchanté Network & Dignity Network Canada, we are sounding the alarm about potential cuts to Women & Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
September 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
We are standing with hundreds of other Canadian non-profits in denouncing the proposed cuts to Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE)
New research shows a link between the stress of being stalked and risk of cardiovascular events.
When we say the body keeps the score, this is what we mean!
When we say the body keeps the score, this is what we mean!
Experiences of Stalking and Obtaining a Restraining Order Are Associated With Onset of Cardiovascular Events in Women: A Prospective Analysis in the Nurses’ Health Study II | Circulation
BACKGROUND: Stalking is one of the most common forms of interpersonal violence, with nearly 1
in 3 women experiencing it in their lifetime. Restraining orders are a legal remedy
aimed at protecting wo...
www.ahajournals.org
September 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM
New research shows a link between the stress of being stalked and risk of cardiovascular events.
When we say the body keeps the score, this is what we mean!
When we say the body keeps the score, this is what we mean!
Ottawa defense lawyer convicted of criminal harassment (AKA stalking) and a host of other crimes, gets sentenced to four years.
James Bowie gets 4 years imprisonment for threatening ex-client, extortion, harassment | CBC News
The suspended Ottawa criminal defence lawyer, who'd been convicted of uttering death threats, criminal harassment and extortion involving an ex-client and a former close friend, was sentenced Tuesday ...
www.cbc.ca
September 3, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Ottawa defense lawyer convicted of criminal harassment (AKA stalking) and a host of other crimes, gets sentenced to four years.
Really encouraging developments in the North West Territories!
N.W.T. gov't looks to add stalking to family violence law | CBC News
The N.W.T. government is to hold a public hearing on Bill 27 on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Family violence and stalking experts say the suggested changes will add new layers of protection for victims.
www.cbc.ca
August 19, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Really encouraging developments in the North West Territories!
This is particularly dangerous for victims of stalking!
An element of living under tech broligarch that we don't complain enough about is how often we receive a message saying "Oops, we compromised your data by not having good infosec, so your personal info is now on the dark web. OUR BAD!"
And it's up to *us* to try and avoid further harm.
And it's up to *us* to try and avoid further harm.
August 15, 2025 at 12:20 AM
This is particularly dangerous for victims of stalking!
Dear Prime Minister: Gender Equality is not Optional
Déclaration sur les coupures sans précédent à WAGE : L’égalité des genres n’est pas optionnelle
Déclaration sur les coupures sans précédent à WAGE : L’égalité des genres n’est pas optionnelle
Statement on WAGE's Budget - CRIAW
Dear Prime Minister: Gender Equality is not Optional Ottawa, ON – Globally, women’s rights and gender equality are under attack from regressive movements and governments alike. Here in Canada, for the...
www.criaw-icref.ca
July 29, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Dear Prime Minister: Gender Equality is not Optional
Déclaration sur les coupures sans précédent à WAGE : L’égalité des genres n’est pas optionnelle
Déclaration sur les coupures sans précédent à WAGE : L’égalité des genres n’est pas optionnelle
Although most victims know their stalkers, that is not always the case.
In our current political climate, journalists merely doing their jobs are being targeted.
In our current political climate, journalists merely doing their jobs are being targeted.
Globe and Mail reporter targeted by online campaign, photographed surreptitiously in public settings
An anonymous X account posted photos of Alberta reporter Carrie Tait and described her movements as she reported on a health authority controversy
www.theglobeandmail.com
July 21, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Although most victims know their stalkers, that is not always the case.
In our current political climate, journalists merely doing their jobs are being targeted.
In our current political climate, journalists merely doing their jobs are being targeted.
It's Pride month! 🌈
A time for celebration AND resistance ✊
A time for celebration AND resistance ✊
June 10, 2025 at 1:38 PM
It's Pride month! 🌈
A time for celebration AND resistance ✊
A time for celebration AND resistance ✊
To be stalked by a police officer after you call police for domestic violence? Unimaginable cruelty.
For years, he preyed on vulnerable women. Then they found out who he was
A Regina officer is accused of using police resources to pursue women. Seven of them told us their stories
www.theglobeandmail.com
June 6, 2025 at 11:27 PM
To be stalked by a police officer after you call police for domestic violence? Unimaginable cruelty.
Stalking is lethal.
Romane should still be here.
Romane should still be here.
Woman killed in McGill Ghetto had voiced concerns about ex-boyfriend, sister tells murder trial
François Pelletier is charged with first-degree murder trial in the stabbing death of Romane Bonnier.
www.montrealgazette.com
May 16, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Stalking is lethal.
Romane should still be here.
Romane should still be here.