Gender-Based Violence and Women's Health and Violence Prevention (WHVP) is a lifeline. We provide confidential, compassionate support to women escaping abuse, helping them find safety, healing, and the strength to rebuild.
Abuse isolates. Our program breaks that isolation by offering a trusted first point of contact, warm referrals to shelters and helplines, and a community of survivors who understand.
We pair emergency assistance with trauma-informed counselling and peer support, so that every woman can move from crisis to stability at her own pace and on her own terms.
100+
Survivors supported
24/7
Referral access
15+
Partner shelters
Key activities and services
24/7 Helpline Referral
Immediate connections to crisis lines and emergency support services.
Survivor Peer Groups
Confidential circles where survivors find understanding and solidarity.
Emergency Transition Aid
Practical help with relocation, essentials, and short-term stability.
Trauma-Informed Guidance
Counselling and navigation support led by trained, compassionate staff.
Who we serve
- Women experiencing domestic abuse
- Survivors seeking safe transition
- Families in crisis needing referrals
- Those needing trauma-informed care
Program highlights
- 24/7 helpline referral
- Survivor peer groups
- Emergency transition aid
- Trauma-informed guidance
How you can take part
Reach out for support
If you or someone you know needs help, contact us confidentially. You are not alone.
Train as a support volunteer
Join our trauma-informed care training and support survivors with compassion.
Support emergency aid
Donations fund transition kits, transportation, and short-term housing help.
Ready to make a difference?
Your support powers this program and helps CAVIWO reach more women, families, and children in need across Canada and internationally.
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