Important Announcement
Please read the following important announcement from our board of directors: With sincerest gratitude and heartfelt best wishes for her retirement, the Board of Directors of Family Transition Place (FTP) announces the resignation of Executive Director Norah Kennedy....
Winter 2024 Counselling Workshop Flyer
Our Winter 2024 Counselling Workshop flyer is now available. Each workshop is facilitated by a compassionate counsellor who will provide participants with the tools and support they need to move forward in their journey. Registration is required for all...
A holiday message from FTP
Dear Friends; As another year draws to a close at Family Transition Place (FTP), we reflect on the many challenges we have faced and the many triumphs we have shared. Sometimes the challenges feel insurmountable, and then a woman tells us we’ve saved her life;...
Amazon Wish List
If you’re looking for a different way to give this holiday season, or if you’d like to support the women and children we serve, our ongoing needs can be found on our Amazon Wish List. Your gift may make a child’s holiday dreams come true. Please...
December 6—National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
On December 6, 1989, 14 young women were horrifically killed at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal. They died because the man who killed them hated women. We invite members of this community to join us today for an outdoor vigil recognizing the National Day of...
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...
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...
