An expert emphasized the need for action in Saskatchewan following the release of its second IPV death review, which analyzed 31 cases resulting in 34 homicides and four suicides from 2015 to 2020. The report identified systemic issues such as alcohol, poverty, and gender role views, with recommendations focusing on education, intervention, victim support, legislation, rural services, and infrastructure development. While the government has already taken steps to address IPV, further efforts are required to create an action plan with clear targets, goals, timelines, and evaluations for progress monitoring.
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