Talk4Healing: 1.855.554.HEALFem'aide: 1.877.336.2433Assaulted Women's Helpline:1.866.863.0511

Gender-based violence takes many forms, including physical and sexual assault, coercive control, tech-facilitated violence and harassment. It can occur in your home, your workplace, online or anywhere else. 

If you or a woman you know is experiencing gender-based violence, or is otherwise in crisis, help is available. Below is a list of just some of the services in the Thunder Bay community that provide support to those experiencing or who have experienced gender-based violence.

Emergency Numbers (24 hours a day, seven days a week)

Helplines

Assaulted Women’s Helpline: 1-866-863-0511
Faye Peterson Transition House: 807-345-0450 or 1-800-465-6971
Fem’aide – Francophone Helpline: 1-877-336-2433
Nishnawbe-Aski Police Services 1-800-654-6277
Ontario Provincial Police 1-888-310-1122
Sexual Abuse Centre Thunder Bay: 807-344-4502 or 1-866-311-5927
Talk4Healing Help Line: 1-855-554-4325
Thunder Bay Police: 807-684-1200

Assaulted Women’s Helpline

24/7 assistance in 154 languages: 1-866-863-0511
www.awhl.org
Assaulted Women’s Helpline is a free, anonymous and confidential 24-hour telephone and TTY crisis telephone line to all women in the province of Ontario who have experienced any form of abuse. They provide crisis counselling, safety planning, emotional support, information and referrals accessible seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Community Resources (Multi-Service)

Faye Peterson Transition House

Thunder Bay, P7B 6T7
Crisis/Support: 807-345-0450
Toll free: 1-800-465-6971
Text: 807-700-5011
faye@fayepeterson.org
www.fayepeterson.org
The Faye Peterson House is a supportive place where a woman can consider all her options and make decisions for herself. Faye Peterson Transition House offers: Safe and secure shelter for women and children who have left abusive situations; 24/7 crisis line and counsellors; confidential counselling; and information and referral. Staff can offer support, counselling and information in complete confidentiality over the phone.

Family Court Support Worker Program: Family Court Support Workers provide direct support to victims of domestic violence who are involved in the family court process. A Family Court Support Worker will: provide information about the family court process; help victims prepare for family court proceedings; refer victims to other specialized services and supports in the community; help with safety planning, such as getting to and from court safely; and accompany the victim to court proceedings, where appropriate.

Thunder Bay and Area Victim Services

#10 317 East Victoria Avenue, Thunder Bay, P7C 1A4
807- 684-1051
tbavs@tbaytel.net
www.tbayvictimservices.com
Thunder Bay and Area Victim Services provides immediate victim-centred support in partnership with emergency services. Thunder Bay and Area Victim Services is available 24/7 for emotional and practical support. They also provide crisis response, supports, programs and services to help alleviate the trauma associated with victimization.

Thunder Bay Multicultural Association

17 North Court Street, Thunder Bay, P7A 4T4
807-345-0551
Toll free: 866-831-1144
info@tbma.ca
www.thunderbay.org
TBMA provides translation and Interpretation services, as well as settlement, language and volunteer programs. They will provide referrals to community agencies where appropriate.

Language Interpreter Service Program: TBMA runs the Language Interpreter Service Program, which provides language services through interpreters and translators in confidentiality. The program provides access for non-English speakers to services relating to spousal / partner/ child/elder abuse, sexual assault and those exploited through human trafficking. Over 48 languages are available, including Ojibwa and Oji-Cree. Fees do apply, but can be waived in domestic violence cases. Email  carmend@thunderbay.org for more information.

Centr’Elles

234 Van Norman Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario
P7A 4B8

Telephone: 807-476-8144
Toll free: 1-888-415-4156
Fax: 1 888 390-0025
admin@centrelles.com

Centr’Elles – Center for Francophone Women in Northwestern Ontario – is a non-profit organization that offers quality services adapted to the diversity of French-speaking women in Northwestern Ontario.

Anishnawbe Mushkiki

1260 Golf Links Road, 3rd Floor, Thunder Bay, P7B 0A1
807-623-0383
info@mushkiki.com
www.mushkiki.com/program/traditional-wellness-program
Anishnawbe Mushkiki delivers holistic traditional programs in a culturally appropriate manner, which reflect Indigenous culture, values and traditions. They promote individual responsibility for health and lifestyle, to have respect for others and for one’s own personal integrity and to apply and practice values of acceptance and empowerment while understanding human growth and development as it pertains to all of the Seven Grandfather Teachings. Their wellness team arranges traditional healers and alternative health therapy services integrated with their primary healthcare clinic, coordinates a variety of cultural events and workshops, such as medicine picking, beading, men’s and women’s sweats, and craft classes and offers a variety of support groups.

Beendigen Anishinabe Women’s Crisis Home & Family Healing Agency

#103 100 Anemki Drive, Fort Williams First Nation, P7J 1J4
Talk4Healing Help Line: 1-855-554-4325
807-622-1121
Toll-free: 1-888-200-9997
www.beendigen.com
Beendigen provides shelter, telephone counselling and crisis support.

Family Court Support Program: Beenidigen operates the Family Court Support Worker Program, which provides help to make the family court system easier to understand, while offering support to women and children affected by violence or abuse through a Family Court Support Worker. Contact 807-700-7470 ext. 201 for more information.

Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic

86 Cumberland St S, Thunder Bay, P7B 2V3
807-344-2478
1-888-373-3309
www.kalc.ca/
Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic provides legal advice and assistance to residents of the District of Thunder Bay, particularly Indigenous people, who need assistance with poverty law issues. Their focus is helping people get income maintenance benefits and maintain access to housing. They are not able to assist in criminal or family law matters. Services are offered at no cost to people with low-incomes who meet the financial eligibility guidelines.

Ontario Native Women’s Association

380 Ray Boulevard, Thunder Bay, P7B 4E6
807-577-1492
Toll free: 1-800-667-0816
www.onwa.ca
Liaison workers provide guidance through the criminal justice system culturally sensitive approach. The ONWA provides trauma-informed care for Indigenous women who wish to exit oppressive and violent situations, as well as culturally relevant services, guidance, support and advocacy for Indigenous women who have experienced violence and the families of missing and murdered women.  

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre

401 Cumberland St N, Thunder Bay, P7A 4P7
807-345 – 5840
www.tbifc.ca
The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre strengthens the lives of Indigenous people by providing holistic supports, services and advocacy. They run a monthly food bank, child wellness, family therapy and substance abuse programs.

Sexual Abuse Centre Thunder Bay

385 Mooney Street, Thunder Bay, P7B 5L5
24/7 Crisis Line: 807-344-4502
Toll free: 1-866-311-5927
807-345-0894
info@tbsasa.org
www.tbsasa.org/
The Sexual Abuse Centre Thunder Bay specializes in providing help, support, counselling and information for women and men 14-years of age and older who have experienced sexual assault, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment at any time in their lives.  They can help women report to / interact with police and have an interview room on site developed for this purpose.

Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centre through the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

980 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, P7B 6V4
807-684-6751
The Centre provides health services and consultation for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, including sexual assault evidence (rape) kits, pregnancy prevention and follow-up nurses.

Gender Equity Centre (GEC) – Lakehead University

807.343.8879
fax: 807.343.8598 gec@lusu.ca

The GEC is Lakeheads longest standing advocacy centre, and offers Peer Support, Babysitting Co-Op, Parent Locator Program, Condoms, Dental Dams, Pads, Accompaniment, Resource Library, Workshop and Discussion Groups, Referrals. The GEC is open to all Lakehead University students

Catholic Family Development Centre

380 Dufferin St, Thunder Bay, P7B 1N6
807-345-7323
cfdc@catholicfamilycentre.ca
www.catholicfamilycentre.ca
The Catholic Family Development Centre provides confidential counselling services and group programs.

Partner Assault Response Program: A first step for men and women charged with domestic violence. Offers a 12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict. Also offers victims/partners of the offender support including safety planning, referrals to community resources and information on offender’s progress.

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

200 Van Norman Street
Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4B8
Tel: (807) 345-5564
Fax: (807) 345-4458
E-mail: cmhatb@cmha-tb.on.ca

CMHA Thunder Bay offers a range of programs and services, from support services to training workshops and crisis intervention. See the complete list of our official programs below, or choose a category on the side menu to find the specific service you’re looking for. 

Thunder Bay Counselling Centre

544 Winnipeg Avenue, Thunder Bay, P7B 3S7
807-684-1880
info@tbaycounselling.com
www.tbaycounselling.com
Thunder Bay Counselling Centre provides counseling and support services for victims of crime through several programs. The Child Victim Witness Program provides support to children under the age of 18 who are called to testify in court as a result of being a victim or a witness to a crime. The program provides sensitive, informed and effective assistance to child victims and witnesses to reduce the trauma and communicating in court. The Violence Against Women Program provides counseling for women aged 16 and over who have been a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual violence. Counselling is also available for children who have witnessed the abuse of their mothers. The Support Services for Male Survivors Program provides counseling for men aged 16 and over who have experienced sexual abuse and assault.

VOICES Program: Provides a safe and confidential group for children, adolescents and their mothers who have experienced or witnessed domestic violence; an opportunity to share and talk about their experiences; teaches children and adolescents that abuse is not okay and not their fault; and supports mothers in understanding how violence has impacted their children and how to best help them through the healing process.

Children’s Centre Thunder Bay

283 Lisgar St, Thunder Bay, P7B 6G6
807-343-5000
www.childrenscentre.ca
Children’s Centre Thunder Bay provides a wide range of services related to child development needs, speech and language, parenting and mental health.

Supervised Child Access Program: The Supervised Child Access Program provides supervised visits and exchanges between children, their caregivers, and non-custodial parents in a safe, neutral environment. Any caregiver or parent can use the service through a professional or self-referral for a $24 fee. Program fees are usually shared between both parties and are on a sliding scale, or may be waived. For more information, or to make a referral for services, please call the Program Coordinator at 807-343-5031.

Northwestern Ontario Women’s Centre

#101 73 Cumberland St N, Thunder Bay, P7A 4L8
807-345-7802
ed@nwowc.org
www.nwowomenscentre.org
The NWOWC can make referrals and provide resources regarding gender-based violence and access to justice concerns, including family and criminal law, poverty/social assistance, health/reproductive rights, employment rights, sexual harassment, LGBTQ issues and discrimination and human rights. The NWOWC will listen to your concerns, provide information about the issues, agencies and systems involved and help you complete documentation and develop a strategy. They can provide access to a free legal advice through the Virtual Legal Clinic service.

Elizabeth Fry Society

705 Victoria Ave. East
Thunder Bay, Ontario
P7C 5X9

info@efsnwo.com
(807) 623-1319
1-888-885-4072 (Toll Free)

Elizabeth Fry Society Northwestern Ontario is a vibrant charitable organization that supports and advocates for women in prison, women transitioning back into the community, and women at risk of criminalization.

Victim/Witness Assistance Program – North Region

#505 159 Cedar Street, Sudbury, P3E 6A5
705-564-7269
Toll free: 1-888-579-2888
www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/ovss/VWAP-English.html
Victim/Witness Assistance Program services begin once police have laid charges and will continue until the court case is over. Services are provided to vulnerable victims and witnesses of violent crimes, such as domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, elder abuse, homicide and hate crimes. The Victim/Witness Assistance Program can answer your questions about the criminal justice system, courtroom procedures and your role in court; help you prepare for your appearance in court; contact the Crown attorney or the police officer in charge of your case on your behalf; and offer ongoing emotional support throughout the court process.

Regional Women’s Shelters

First Step Women’s Shelter

59 King Street, Sioux Lookout, P8T 1B8
Crisis: 1-800-465-3623
807-737-1438
firststep@fsws.ca
www.fsws.ca
First Step Women’s Shelter provides a safe and secure emergency shelter for physically, emotionally and/or sexually abused women and their children. The shelter strives to offer culturally appropriate services with a particular focus on Indigenous women and children. First Step Women’s Shelter is currently a fourteen bed facility which provides a safe and secure emergency shelter for physically, emotionally and/or sexually abused women and their children.

Geraldton Family Resource Centre

Crisis Line:  807-854-1571 or 1-800-265-7317
807-854-1529
gfrc@greenstone.ca
www.greenstone.ca/content/geraldton-family-resource-centre
The Geraldton Family Resource Centre is a 10 bed women/children’s shelter.  The Centre operates 24/7, 365 days and serves the areas of Fort Hope, Marten Falls, Aroland, Nakina, Geraldton, Longlac, Caramat, Ginoogaming and Reserve 58 as well as Jellicoe, Beardmore and any other clientele who need to access their service regardless of jurisdiction.

Hoshizaki House Dryden District Crisis Shelter 

Dryden, P8N 3E3
Crisis Line: 807-223-3226 or 1-800-465-7221
www.hoshizakihouse.ca
Hoshizaki House Dryden District Crisis Shelter serves communities in and around Dryden, Ignace, and Vermillion Bay. Their 10 bed facility provides safe and secure emergency shelter for abused women and their children.  Any woman who is a victim of violence/abuse can access their services and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Marjorie House

Marathon, P0T 2E0
Crisis Line: 807-229-2222 or 1-800-465-3307
807-229-2223
marjoriehouse@shaw.ca
www.marjoriehouse.ca
Marjorie House provides bilingual, short-term shelter services to the Northshore of Lake Superior communities, including; Marathon, Manitouwadge, Terrace Bay, Schreiber, Pays Plat First Nation, Heron Bay First Nation, Pic Mobert First Nation, Rossport, Jackfish and Heron Bay North. They accept women from any geographical area.

New Starts for Women

Red Lake, P0V 2M0
Crisis line: 1-800-565-5368 or 807-727-3303
807-727-2820
support@newstartsforwomen.com
www.newstartsforwomen.com
Provides safe, secure shelter to women and their children who have experienced violence. New Starts for Women recognizes and respects the strength of each woman, and offer a supportive, non-judgmental setting where a woman can consider all her options to make informed decisions for herself.

Rainy River District Women’s Shelter of Hope

24/7 Crisis line: 1-800-465-3348 or 807-597-6908
807-597-2868
smdegagne@shaw.ca
www.womensshelterofhope.org
The Emergency Shelter is a safe and secure facility which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Shelter is a comfortable, clean, supportive environment that offers women and their children privacy and provides support. The Shelter is accessible to women and their children in the entire Rainy River District. Safe and immediate transportation can be arranged for women anywhere in the district, any time, day or night.

Women’s Shelter, Saakaate House

Kenora, P9N 3X1
1-800-465-1117
807-468-5491
wssh@wssh.ca
www.wssh.ca
Confidential 24-hour support and safety are offered by staff working from a feminist perspective in an environment in which women can make informed decisions. We are committed to changing societal conditions and attitudes which perpetuate violence and abuse against women. The Saakaate House offers emergency shelter, counseling services, referrals and support.