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McMaster Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) Learn More
Visit McMaster’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) to access inclusive and trauma-informed support, prevention education and response training, and community consultation and referral for any McMaster community member.
(905) 525–9140 x 20909
McMaster: Sexual Violence Response Case Manager Learn More
Natalie Lafleur, MSW, RSW (she/her)
Sexual Violence Response Case Manager
University Hall (UH) 107
lafleurn@mcmaster.ca
905-525-9140 ext. 20909
Women and Gender Equity Network (WGEN) Learn More
Survivors of sexual and gender-based violence from all gender identities can access peer support from trained volunteers by visiting Women and Gender Equity Network (WGEN).
Email: Wgen@msu.mcmaster.ca
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Assaulted Women's Helpline More Information
Free, anonymous and confidential telephone and TTY crisis telephone line to all women in the province of Ontario who have experienced any form of abuse.
Provides crisis counselling, safety planning, emotional support, information and referrals accessible 24/7/365.
Toll-free 24/7: 1-866-863-0511
Text: 1-866-863-7868
Barrett Centre for Crisis Support More Information
Provides a safe environment in the community and responds to the needs of individuals, 16 years of age or older, who experience a mental health crisis and do not require a hospital stay. Confidential and free services 24/7/365.
24 Hour Crisis Line: 905-529-7878
Toll Free: 1-844-777-3571
Good2Talk More Information
Free, confidential helpline providing professional counselling and information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being to post-secondary students in Ontario, 24/7/365.
1-866-925-5454 or dial 211 and ask to be connected to Good2Talk.
LGBT National Youth Talkline
Free and Confidential peer support for the LGBTQ and questioning community ages 25 and younger. Available Monday to Friday, 4pm to 12am, and Saturday 12pm to 5pm.
1-800-268-9688
LGBT Youthline
LGBT Youthline provides 2SLGBTQIA+ peer support through phone, text, and chat services.
Hours: Sunday to Friday, 4 PM – 9:30 PM EST
Text: (647) 694–4275
Chat: youthline.ca
Email: askus@youthline.ca
Oakville Distress Centre More Information
Distress Centre Halton provides telephone and online support to people to better cope with crisis, loneliness, and emotional stress. Also serves the Hamilton area.
905-849-4541
Ontario Male Survivors
Ontario Male Survivors is a 24-hour phone line for immediate crisis and referral services. They also provide access to specialized services such as counselling and peer support.
Toll-free: 1-866-887-0015
Sexual Assault Centre – Hamilton Area (SACHA) More Information
Confidential, anonymous 24-hour nonjudgmental telephone support for adults who have experienced sexual violence at any point in their lives; will provide accompaniment to hospital or police station for survivors wishing to seek medical attention or report; counselling services & public education.
24-hour support line: (905) 525-4162
SACHA Office: (905) 525-4573
Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Care Centre Learn More
Medical care, supportive counselling, information and referral to community resources
905-521-2100 ext. 73557
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. We’re run by and for trans people. Available 24/7.
1-877-330-6366