INFORMATION • SAFETY • SUPPORT
Resources and Support
Trusted information to help community members recognize harm, plan for safety, and connect with confidential support.Immediate danger: Call 911.
If it is safe to do so, move to a secure place and contact emergency services.
If it is safe to do so, move to a secure place and contact emergency services.
Ontario Support Services
You are not alone. These services provide confidential information, crisis support, safety planning, and referrals.
Assaulted Women’s Helpline
Free, confidential crisis counselling, safety planning, emotional support, and referrals—available 24/7 across Ontario.Toll-free: 1-866-863-0511GTA: 416-863-0511
TTY: 1-866-863-7868
Mobile: #SAFE (#7233)Visit the official website →
Find a Nearby Shelter
ShelterSafe connects people with shelters and transition houses across Canada. You do not need to stay at a shelter to ask for support.Find local support through ShelterSafe →Ontario Survivor Supports
Find provincial crisis lines, community services, legal information, and other supports for survivors of violence.View Ontario support options →Seniors Safety Line
Confidential support for older adults experiencing abuse, and for people concerned about an older adult.Toll-free: 1-866-299-1011TTY: 1-866-299-0008Learn about the Seniors Safety Line →
Safety Planning
A personalized safety plan can help someone prepare for different situations and identify trusted people, safe places, documents, and emergency contacts.Read ShelterSafe safety-planning guidance →Independent Legal Advice
Ontario offers information about free independent legal advice for eligible survivors of intimate partner violence, human trafficking, or sexual assault.Review Ontario’s legal-advice program →Community Education and Organizations
Explore trusted organizations and educational materials that support awareness, prevention, and stronger communities.
Empower Change Hub
Explore information and initiatives dedicated to preventing gender-based violence and empowering positive community change.Visit Empower Change Hub →Neighbours, Friends and Families
Access resources developed for immigrant and refugee communities to recognize warning signs and respond safely to gender-based violence.View NFF community resources →Afghan Women’s Organization
Learn about settlement, community, and support services offered by the Afghan Women’s Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services.Visit the Afghan Women’s Organization →Tech Safety Canada
Find practical information about technology-facilitated gender-based violence, including online harassment, location tracking, account safety, and documenting digital abuse.Explore technology-safety resources →Luke’s Place
Access Ontario family-law information, safety guidance, and legal support for women who have experienced intimate partner violence.Explore family-law support →211 Ontario
Connect confidentially with community, social, health, housing, newcomer, and crisis services across Ontario by phone, text, chat, or online search.Find local services through 211 →Possible Warning Signs
- Controlling money, transportation, clothing, or decisions
- Isolation from family, friends, or community
- Monitoring phones, messages, passwords, or location
- Threats, intimidation, humiliation, or constant criticism
- Fear, sudden withdrawal, or unexplained injuries
Supporting Someone Safely
- Listen without judgment and believe what they share
- Respect their choices and do not pressure them
- Ask what support would feel safe and helpful
- Do not confront the person causing harm
- Connect them with confidential professional support