WEST ISLAND WOMEN'S SHELTER
Registered Name: REFUGE POUR LES FEMMES DE L'OUEST DE L'ILE/WEST ISLAND WOMEN'S SHELTER
Business No: 108201294RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
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Founded in 1979, the West Island Women's Shelter is a non-profit organization that has worked within the community for more than 40 years.
Our Mission
Working towards social change aiming at eliminating conjugal violence and it's impact on women and their children.
About WEST ISLAND WOMEN'S SHELTER
Telephone support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
Secure shelter;
A place where women are heard, supported, and are encouraged to regain control of their life and retrieve their “joie de vivre”;
Support in various legal, financial and other procedures;
Counseling tailored to the special needs of children exposed to conjugal violence;
External services (without shelter)
Support in creating protection scenarios;
Post-shelter follow up;
Support provided to the families and friends of victims as well as professionals working with victims;
Access to subsidized housing.
