Government of Yukon

Women's Directorate

Circles of Respect and Equality (C.O.R.E)
A multi-year awareness campaign focusing on zero tolerance of violence against women and children. C.O.R.E. has also developed a number of resources to assist women leaving abusive relations.


Community Grants for Family Violence Projects
Yearly grants for a new idea or program relating to family violence. The total amount available is $2,500.


Prevention of Violence Against Aboriginal Women
$100,000 yearly for programs and events designed and developed by Aboriginal women for their communities. Works to eliminate violence against Aboriginal women.


Women's Directorate Resource Library
More than 2,800 books, reports, manuals, journals and video are availble for borrowing by the public. The library is open to the public during regular business hours and material can be borrowed for up to two weeks.


Women's Groups
Find listings for Women's groups, shelters, transition homes and Women's Centres.