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We are the national sectoral voice on intimate partner and gender-based violence in Canada. We connect organizations, co-create knowledge, and advocate for the policies, resources, and relationships that make safety and equity possible.
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WSC’s newest national report presents updated evidence on how shelters are operating under sustained strain due to chronic underfunding, aging infrastructure, workforce pressures, and the ongoing affordable housing crisis.
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Saviez-vous qu’il existe un lien entre les grands événements sportifs et la violence fondée sur le genre? Peu importe le résultat d’un match, les cas
Si vous êtes en danger immédiat, appelez le 9-1-1 (le 9-1-1 n'est pas disponible dans Nunavut).
Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
Did you know that there's a connection between major sports events and gender-based violence? Whatever the result of a match, domestic violence regularly increases by
If you are in immediate danger Call 9-1-1 (911 not available in Nunavut)
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Anuradha Dugal, WSC's executive director, will be honoured next week at an awards gala by Women's eNews along with other leaders including DAWN Canada's Bonnie
Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
This afternoon, Canada plays its second World Cup game, against Qatar. Win or lose, we know that domestic violence is likely to increase in communities