When the holidays feel heavy—you are not alone
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time filled with joy, connection, and celebration. And while it can be beautiful, it can also feel incredibly lonely—even when you’re surrounded by people. If this time of year feels heavier than usual, I want you to know...
A heartfelt message of gratitude
As we close our 40th anniversary year, we want to thank our partners, donors, and supporters for standing with us, and the women, children, and families who trust us. Their courage inspires everything we do. 2025 has been a remarkable year, reminding us that our work...
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Today, we pause to recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Each year on December 6, we remember the 14 women whose lives were taken in the tragic 1989 attack at l’École Polytechnique in Montréal—a crime rooted in misogyny and...
Fall Newsletter
Our Fall Newsletter is here! View it online now. Due to the ongoing postal strike, we’re unable to mail our Fall Newsletter—but you don’t have to miss a thing! Read all of the latest updates, stories and upcoming events online now. Your continued...
Canada Post Strike
You may have heard the news about the Canada Post disruption—it has been recently announced that the union is moving from a full national strike to rotating strikes. If you have recently mailed a donation to support women and children at our shelter, thank you....
