Women who attended an extraordinary protest outside an Ontario court appearance this week by a man who allegedly broke into a home, choked and sexually assaulted a young child say they aimed to push authorities to ensure the child gets justice.

The case, in Welland, Ont., has drawn special attention because of the horror of the crime — the victim was under five years old, attacked in bed as the parents slept — and the fact that the suspect was on probation at the time for a similar offence.

“It should disturb people. It should make decision-makers feel uncomfortable and guilty. It should be obvious that the system is flawed and this must spark change,” Jackie Heximer said.

[ A mother of two and sexual assault survivor Jackie Heximer posted photos from a protest she attended in St. Catha

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