École Polytechnique massacre, school shooting in Canada
The École Polytechnique massacre was a tragic event that occurred on December 6, 1989.
Fourteen women were murdered by a gunman, Marc Lépine, who then committed suicide at the school.
The incident led to increased awareness and changes in policies regarding violence against women and gun control.
This event is commemorated every year on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada.
The École Polytechnique massacre remains one of the deadliest school shootings in Canadian history.
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