Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre

• Peterborough-area survivors of intimate partner violence to share their stories at PDAN event

  Survivors will share their stories during the It Happens Here event on Dec. 7 hosted by Peterborough Domestic Abuse Network at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre

  Health

  Nov 30, 2023
  
• United Way Peterborough announces 2 recipients of inaugural Women United Fund

  The United Way sought proposals for one-time initiatives that support women and girls focusing on personal growth, economic security and leadership.

  Economy

  Sep 27, 2023
  
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• Ontario provides $205K to YWCA Peterborough and Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre

  The over $200,000 will be used for services and programs to support survivors of human trafficking and women who have experienced violence.

  Canada

  Feb 10, 2022
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• Child exploitation investigations on the rise: Peterborough police

  In 2020, Peterborough Police Service has been involved in 84 child exploitation investigations that have lead to charges, but they say incidents are increasing.

  Crime

  Oct 30, 2020
• Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre launches 24-hour crisis support text line

  The Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre has now launched Ontario's first 24-hour, seven-day-a-week crisis support text line for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.

  Canada

  Jun 30, 2020
• What Bill C-5 could mean for survivors of sexual assault

  Bill C-5, introduced on Tuesday, would make newly-appointed provincial superior court judges receive training on sexual assault myths and law.

  News

  Feb 7, 2020
• Inviting Resilience Conference underway at Trent University

  Around 200 people have registered for the conference, which features activities and workshops as well as guest speakers with expertise in interpersonal violence.

  Canada

  May 21, 2019
• Peterborough police launch website to help sexual violence victims

  Peterborough police service have launched a new online website to help victims of sexual violence and harassment.

  Education

  Mar 29, 2018
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• Federal government investing $20M to tackle gender-based violence

  The federal government is investing $20 million to tackle gender-based violence.

  Canada

  Jan 17, 2018