Obviously, finances are a huge issue when it comes to leaving an abusive situation.
I want to come back to something you touched on in your opening remarks. We just talked about money, but based on your expertise as a lawyer specializing in gender-based violence, what might the other main legal barriers be that prevent women from leaving a violent situation? You briefly touched on it a little bit in your remarks. I'd like you to talk a bit more about that.
Bill C‑16, which will recognize coercive control, will soon be adopted. Will it be a useful protection mechanism?
