Spousal abuse is a tragedy that affects everyone in our society. We hope that information gathered on this site provides advice and assistance to women in abusive situations, their families, close friends, and answers questions about this form of violence.

Although some of the contacts featured on the site are from specific communities, other provinces, and geared towards women - many of the referrals and information are accessible to everyone and apply across Ontario. The resources can also help men who are victims of abuse.

This resource is not intended as a replacement to emergency assistance or to offer legal advice.

The Assaulted Women's Helpline is a toll-free crisis telephone service operating province-wide 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Interpreters in 154 languages are available to respond to callers. Phone  1-866-863-0511  or, in the Toronto calling area,  416-863-0511.   TTY 1-866-863-7868. 

If this is an emergency or you are afraid for your life, call 911 or your local police service.

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