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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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Sheltering Under Pressure
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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Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
Aujourd’hui, Hébergement femmes Canada publie « Les maisons s’expriment 2026 : Fuir la violence, faire face à la faim », la 11e édition de notre
Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
Today, Women’s Shelters Canada releases Shelter Voices 2026: Escaping Violence, Facing Hunger, our eleventh national survey of shelters and transition houses serving women, children, and
Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
L’alimentation est un besoin essentiel. Pourtant, la hausse des prix des aliments fait en sorte qu’il est de plus en plus difficile pour les maisons
Women's Shelters Canada / Hébergement femmes Canada
Food is a basic necessity. Yet, rising food costs are making it increasingly difficult for shelters to ensure survivors have reliable access to it. Shelters