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We provide free legal resources and support to people who have experienced intimate partner or sexual violence and workplace sexual harassment on Prince Edward Island. Contact us for:
• Up to four hours of free legal advice from a lawyer
• Plain language legal information
• Support navigating the justice system
• Referrals to other community services

Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used by one person to dominate and control another, often in an intimate rela...
09/01/2026

Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used by one person to dominate and control another, often in an intimate relationship.

It may look like:

▪ Manipulation, intimidation, and threats.

▪ Being isolated from your friends and family.

▪ Having your movements monitored.

▪ Being criticized and belittled.

▪ Having your money controlled.

Everyone deserves freedom and respect in their relationships. If you or someone you know is facing coercive control, reach out to us.

We’re here to listen and can help you understand your options.

📞 Call/text 902-218-6143

✉️ [email protected]

We know workplace sexual harassment can happen in many places and situations. It may happen once or many times. All situ...
08/29/2026

We know workplace sexual harassment can happen in many places and situations. It may happen once or many times. All situations matter, even if they seem small.

If you are experiencing workplace sexual harassment and want to learn about your legal options, contact us.

📞 902-218-6143
✉️ [email protected]

Join us for our Annual General Meeting! We look forward to sharing more about our work with you. Andrew MacDonald, Legal...
08/19/2026

Join us for our Annual General Meeting!

We look forward to sharing more about our work with you. Andrew MacDonald, Legal Director of our new Community Legal Clinic will also share an overview of the new program.

🕟 September 8th at 4:30 pm
📍Virtual (Zoom)

Everyone is welcome!

Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/annual-general-meeting-2026-tickets-1997569068858

We’ll send out the Zoom link shortly before the meeting.

We are happy to announce the RCMP Family Violence Initiative Fund (FVIF) has chosen two PEI groups to receive funding.FV...
08/06/2026

We are happy to announce the RCMP Family Violence Initiative Fund (FVIF) has chosen two PEI groups to receive funding.

FVIF funds groups that help prevent and respond to relationship and family violence.

Community Legal Information Association of PEI INC. have received $11,988.05.

PEI R**e and Sexual Assault Centre have received $17,385.

PEI RCMP is happy to see two Island organizations earn these funds and look forward to seeing the good that can come from it.

Our RISE team was pleased to meet with MP Karina Gould, MP Sean Casey, and MP Kent MacDonald MP. During the meeting, we ...
08/05/2026

Our RISE team was pleased to meet with MP Karina Gould, MP Sean Casey, and MP Kent MacDonald MP.

During the meeting, we shared about the work we do to improve access to justice for people who have experienced sexual violence, intimate partner violence, or workplace sexual harassment.

Thank you to all three MPs for your time and for your ongoing support of this work.

Join us in welcoming Bukola Afolabi to the team as our new RISE Legal Navigator!Bukola (she/her) brings 8 years of exper...
05/25/2026

Join us in welcoming Bukola Afolabi to the team as our new RISE Legal Navigator!

Bukola (she/her) brings 8 years of experience in Women’s Human Rights, Gender Based Violence, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, Access to Justice, and Training and Capacity Development. She cares deeply about supporting survivors as they find their way through the justice system.

In her new role, Bukola will work with people who have experienced sexual violence or intimate partner violence by:

📖 Sharing clear legal information
🤝 Connecting people with community supports
⚖️ Helping people meet with a lawyer

There is no one right path forward after harm. Our Legal Navigators are here to help people understand their options, answer their questions, and feel supported in whatever they choose to do next.

If Bukola could share one message with survivors, it would be this:

"Ask questions and seek help as soon as possible."

And when she's not working, you'll find Bukola cooking, spending time with her family, helping people, and having impactful conversation.

Welcome to the team, Bukola!

Today, we joined the Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention for their annual Walk in Silence.We are al...
05/13/2026

Today, we joined the Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention for their annual Walk in Silence.

We are always grateful for the opportunity to connect with allies, survivors, and advocates who are working to end family violence.

This walk is an important reminder that everyone deserves to feel safe at home and in their relationships.

Abuse is never okay, whether it is emotional, physical, or financial.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available.

Learn more at: www.StopFamilyViolence.pe.ca

Family Violence Prevention Week is happening from May 11 to 17. This year’s theme is “Supporting Intergenerational Resil...
05/08/2026

Family Violence Prevention Week is happening from May 11 to 17. This year’s theme is “Supporting Intergenerational Resilience in Our Communities.”

This theme reminds us that safety, healing, and support can grow across generations. Families and communities can learn from one another, share strengths, and work together to create lasting change over time.

Across PEI, there are events happening throughout the week to raise awareness about family violence prevention. We invite you to take a look at the full schedule here: www.StopFamilyViolence.pe.ca

We’ve reached a milestone, and we want to pause and say thank you. As of this month, we’ve connected over 1,500 clients ...
04/30/2026

We’ve reached a milestone, and we want to pause and say thank you. As of this month, we’ve connected over 1,500 clients to free legal information, advice, and support.

We are deeply grateful to every client who has trusted us to be part of their journey.

Our program launched six years ago. We provide legal information and advice to people who have experienced sexual violence, intimate partner violence, or workplace sexual harassment.

We could not do this work without the strong support of our community.

We also want to thank our partners and funders who continue to stand beside us. Their support helps make these services more accessible across Prince Edward Island.

PEI FVPS, PEI Sexual Assault Centre, Victim Services, Family Law Navigator, Prince Edward Island Government, Department of Justice Canada

Today we are saying thank you and goodbye to our RISE Legal Navigator, Kathy. She has been an integral part of our team ...
04/17/2026

Today we are saying thank you and goodbye to our RISE Legal Navigator, Kathy. She has been an integral part of our team since October 2021.

Kathy supported people across PEI who have experienced sexual violence, intimate partner violence, or workplace sexual harassment. She offered clear legal information, support navigating the justice system, and referrals to other important services.

She always focused on meeting clients where they are and helping them understand their options. We are grateful for Kathy’s kindness, dedication, and the support she has provided to so many people.

We wish her all the best in what comes next!

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53 Grafton Street, Suite 202
Charlottetown, PE
C1A1K8

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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