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Purple doors in downtown Toronto raising awareness about femicide, intimate partner violence

The public installation 'Behind Closed Doors' explores an issue that's often kept out of view, says organizer

CBC NewsEthan Lang

Purple doors are popping up in Nathan Phillips Square this weekend to raise awareness about a growing issue in Ontario, and Canada, that often remains hidden.

Behind Closed Doors is a new campaign intended to bring attention to the prevalence of gender-based violence and femicide. 

The installation features bold messages and statistics printed on the purple doors in the public square, including how one of the deadliest places a woman can be is behind closed doors.

The organizer behind the piece sa…

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Purple doors in downtown Toronto raising awareness about femicide, intimate partner violence

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CBC NewsEthan Lang, Posted: May 25, 2025 6:10 AM EDT | Last Updated: 4 minutes ago
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