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Programs & Services

External Crisis Resources for Survivors of Violence

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If you have experienced violence, please know that you are not alone—and you don't have to go through it alone, either. 

Remember that what happened is not your fault, and your safety is the most important thing to consider. If you are feeling unsafe, consider reaching out to someone you trust for support. 

Resources and helplines

If you are in immediate danger, call 911

  • Police/RCMP Emergency 911 
  • bc211 for referrals to resources 211 
  • BWSS Crisis Line 604-687-1867 Toll Free 1-855-687-1868
  • VictimLINK (24hrs) 1 800 563 0808 
  • Chimo Crisis Line (Richmond, 9:00am–12:00am) 604 279 7070 
  • Kids Help Phone 1 800 668 6868 
  • Crisis Centre (Greater Vancouver, 24 hrs) 604 872 3311 
  • Greater Coquitlam Crisis and Information Line 604 540 2221 
  • Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (after-hours and emergency line)  604 660 3194 
  • Surrey Women’s Centre Support Worker 604 583 1295 
  • Fraser Health Crisis Line 604-951-8855 or toll free 1 877 820 7444 
  • Vancouver Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter 604 872 8212 
  • Women Against Violence Against Women (24 hrs) 604 255 6344 or toll free 1 877 392 7583 
Crisis support

Support For Women Who
Have Experienced Abuse

We support self-identifying women who have experienced violence in their relationships. Services include individual and group support, referrals, resources and information about the cycle and effects of abuse. 

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