Women's Shelter
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Saskatchewan shelters feel neglected by Saskatchewan’s provincial budgetSaskatchewan is just one of two provinces that doesn't provide operational funding for second stage shelters which house woman and children trying to escape abuse.CanadaMar 29
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Siksika Nation members call for women’s shelter, as RCMP lay murder charges in woman’s deathMembers of the Siksika Nation are renewing calls for a safe house to help women escape domestic violence, after RCMP laid charges in a recent homicide.CrimeMar 12
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‘Do whatever you need to do’: Alberta woman who fled domestic abuse during COVID-19The pandemic had led to more crisis calls for families experiencing violence. Watch for signs and know how to offer help.CrimeNov 4, 2021
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Kingston’s Dawn House going public with Homelessness Does Not Discriminate appealKingston's Dawn House is looking for some help.NewsOct 8, 2021
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‘Trauma daycare’ in N.B. to be second of its kind in North America: CEOThe Beauséjour Family Crisis Resource Centre, which supports victims of family violence and sexual assault, says the 'trauma daycare' will address "a gap" across the country.CanadaJun 8, 2021
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Domestic violence supports in Alberta seeing more requests for services during COVID-19 pandemicWomen continue to seek shelter from domestic violence, but the COVID-19 pandemic is limiting the number of people allowed in shelters.NewsMay 20, 2021
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LAWC reports ‘alarming’ surge in demand for services during COVID-19 pandemicThe London Abused Women's Shelter says its Urgent Services Support Program recorded a 45 per cent increase in demand in its most recent fiscal year.CanadaApr 16, 2021
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Quebecers to hold events to honour victims of domestic violenceThe Assembly of Quebec Catholic Bishops is inviting churches across the province to ring their bells to remember women allegedly killed by their partners.CrimeMar 31, 2021
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Calls to end gender-based violence, increase resources on International Women’s Day"There's a shame that comes with being a victim. And to get into the healing process is also to stop being ashamed of what has happened, and to turn the light on the predators."CrimeMar 8, 2021
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Montrealer creates not-for-profit organization to help city’s homeless during COVID-19The organization has over 100 volunteers across the city and provides sandwiches and other goods to seven local shelters.FeaturesJan 18, 2021
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