Domestic violence affects individuals and families across Vancouver, but a dedicated network of community organizations is working tirelessly to provide support, resources, and advocacy. These groups offer safe shelter, counseling, legal aid, education, and prevention programs to create a safer community for everyone.

Overview: A provincial organization with a strong Vancouver presence, representing numerous transition houses, second-stage housing programs, and safe homes for women and children fleeing violence. They also engage in public education and policy advocacy.

Services: Search for a local shelter, access resource guides, learn about violence prevention initiatives.

How to Access: Visit bcsth.ca for a directory of member houses and information on community programs.

Overview: Provides trauma-informed support to women and gender-diverse individuals affected by sexualized violence—often intersecting with domestic abuse.

Services: 24-hour crisis line, individual and group counseling, advocacy, training and public education.

How to Access: Call 604-255-6344 or visit wavaw.ca for program details.

Overview: A long-standing feminist organization offering emergency shelter and support services for survivors of any gender-based violence, including domestic abuse.

Services: 24-hour crisis line, emergency housing, counseling, peer support groups, and legal advocacy.

How to Access: Call their crisis line at 604-872-8212 or visit their website for more information.

Overview: A multi-service agency providing housing and support for women and children experiencing violence, including transition and supportive housing options.

Services: Crisis support, counseling, outreach, legal advocacy, and employment programs.

How to Access: Visit atira.ca or call their main office at 604-801-8615 to learn about available programs.

Overview: Offers a wide range of programs addressing the needs of women and families, including those fleeing violence.

Services: Crisis and transitional housing, counseling, family support, and skills workshops.

How to Access: Explore Metro Vancouver programs at ywcavan.org.

Overview: Supports immigrant and newcomer women facing family violence through multilingual settlement, counseling referrals, and legal guidance.

Services: Settlement assistance, language training, family violence support, and employment services.

How to Access: Visit mosaicbc.org for location-specific contacts.

Overview: Offers culturally relevant programs and referrals for urban Indigenous people, including those impacted by domestic violence.

Services: Social and cultural programs, outreach, and connections to healing and safety resources.

How to Access: Visit vafcs.org or drop in at 1607 East Hastings Street for program information.

Overview: Works with women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals at risk or involved with the justice system, including survivors of violence.

Services: Legal advocacy, support for court processes, housing assistance, and rehabilitative programs.

How to Access: Learn more at elizabethfry.com or call 604-430-588.

• Donate: Financial contributions enable these organizations to sustain essential services.
• Volunteer: Donate your time and skills to support programs and outreach.
• Raise Awareness: Share their work and domestic violence resources within your networks.
• Advocate: Support policies and initiatives aimed at ending domestic violence.