We are the intimate partner violence hub of York Region, which is a safe, welcoming place where you and your children can get help all in one spot—from emotional support to legal and safety services. You don’t have to figure things out alone—caring professionals are there to listen, support you, and help you build a safer future.
Survivor engagement groups
First Step Women’s Shelter
The mission is to facilitate the healing and self-empowerment process of women and their children who have found themselves survivors of violence. This is accomplished by providing support and advocacy services and by focusing on healing in the areas of emotional, mental, physical and spiritual growth within a safe and secure haven.
The Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa
SASC Ottawa is a non-profit charity and community-based organization established in 1983. Our purpose is to provide survivor-directed support services by survivors, to survivors who have experienced sexual violence.
Abrigo Centre
To build community capacity in West Toronto by helping individuals and families achieve their full potential. To ensure that our collaborative efforts result in socially integrated and empowered individuals, families and communities.
Maggie’s Resource Centre of North Hastings
Maggie’s Resource Centre is dedicated to empowering and supporting women navigating the complexities of intimate partner violence. To achieve this, we offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet diverse needs. These include safe and secure transitional housing, vital education and outreach programs to raise awareness and provide practical support, and specialized women’s programming. Our women’s programs focus on fostering crucial skills and confidence through self-esteem building, job readiness training, and opportunities for social connection, ultimately helping women rebuild their lives and thrive.
Thunder Bay Counselling
Thunder Bay Counselling is the leading provider of personal and workplace support services. We provide counselling, psychotherapy, education and support services to help people make positive changes in their lives.
Family Violence Project of Waterloo Region
The Family Violence Project exists to provide a community-based response to family violence, with wrap around services in a single location, focusing on support, advocacy, prevention, education and awareness.
Community Family Services of Ontario
Community Family Services of Ontario is recognized as the premier provider of family services to support our community, where all families live in a safe and harmonious environment. We helps build a safe and harmonious community by providing professional counselling, settlement, disabilities, and special needs services to individuals and families in need.
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
CFS Counselling + Wellness (CFS) is an accredited registered Canadian charity delivering inclusive counselling, psychotherapy, and psycho-educational wellness programming. CFS is committed to providing professional services to reduce emotional distress, enhance personal well-being and strengthen relationships.
Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region
We support survivors of sexual violence.
We listen, facilitate healing, and celebrate resiliency. Using an anti-racist, intersectional feminist approach, we work to transform systems which promote gender-based violence.
