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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
November 25th is recognized worldwide as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence ending on December 10th—International Human Rights Day. Our Actions Matter. There is...
Wrapped in Courage purple scarves
When you wear a Wrapped in Courage purple scarf, you are standing in solidarity with survivors of gender-based violence and committing to action to end violence against women. This year's scarves are selling quickly. Get yours today by visiting our online shop...
Transgender Week of Awareness
Transgender Awareness Week is November 13–19, leading to the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Please see below for local events planned to support, stand with and advocate for the 2SLGBTQI+ communities and honour lives lost to transphobic violence. Monday, November 13,...
Rainbow Brave
FTP is proud to partner with Dufferin Child and Family Services on a NEW weekly, peer-led group supporting individuals who identify as survivors of sexual violence. Rainbow Brave is a 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Support Group that will provide an affirming and confidential space...
2023 Wrapped in Courage purple scarves now available
Family Transition Place (FTP) is proud to be participating again in the Wrapped in Courage Campaign, an initiative developed by the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH). You can support this initiative and FTP in working to end...
The latest issue of HOPE Magazine is now available!
We invite you to take a look at this year's HOPE magazine! This year's issue was released in conjunction with our 2023 Heidi's Walk for Hope event, which took place on Sunday, September 24th. We'd like to sincerely thank the following individuals for their...
Thank you for supporting Heidi’s Walk for Hope!
Thank you for supporting this year's Heidi's Walk for Hope event! It was a wonderful day—the sun was shining, and it was a fantastic opportunity to connect with our amazing community. Heidi's Walk for Hope honours the memory of Heidi Ferguson (née Bogner). Heidi lost...
We’re Hiring
Family Transition Place (FTP) is currently looking for a Shelter Relief Counsellor. For more information about this posting, please visit our Employment Opportunities page. FTP is dedicated to achieving a workplace that is rooted in equity and is inclusive of a broad...
We stand with and amongst our local 2SLGBTQ+ community
At Family Transition Place, we are committed to providing service and building community in a safe way for everyone. We are aware of protests planned locally and beyond that spread misinformation and hate directed at the 2SLGBTQ+ community, mainly targeting...