Physical violence
Physical violence is the most commonly understood form of violence. It includes hitting, pushing, slapping, hair pulling, stabbing, mutilation or killing. All forms of physical violence are crimes under the Criminal Code.

Sexual assault
Sexual assault is any unwanted act of a sexual nature. It can include anything from sexual exploitation, unwanted sexual touching, to rape, to injuring or endangering the life of the victim.

Emotional abuse
Emotional abuse (also referred to as psychological or verbal abuse) includes insults, humiliation, yelling, put-downs, threats, harming pets or damaging property.

Financial abuse
Financial abuse (also referred to as economic abuse) includes stealing, and restricting access to money, employment opportunities or financial information.

Warning signs

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