The provincial government, in partnership with the Fergusson Foundation, has proclaimed November as Family Violence Prevention Month, promoting awareness of the impact family violence has on individuals, families, workplaces and communities.

People are encouraged to support victims of family violence by believing them, listening to them, and letting them know that specialized services are available, including domestic violence outreach, second-stage housing, transition houses, services for children who witness family violence, community-based services related to sexual violence, victim services, emergency intervention orders, and the 211 information and referral phone service.

Every year, the Fergusson Foundation asks New Brunswickers to recognize November as Family Violence Prevention Month. The foundation has been working to eliminate family violence in the province for more than 35 years by funding research on the causes, incidence and treatment of family violence, promoting educational programs, and supporting organizations that provide services to those affected by violence and abuse.