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01/10/2026

A controlling boyfriend may be abusive—if he’s not willing to change.

12/03/2025

Le 3 décembre marque la Journée internationale des personnes handicapées. L’objectif? Promouvoir les droits, l’autonomie, et l’inclusion des personnes vivant avec un handicap. Un rappel que l’accessibilité, ce n’est pas un luxe. C’est un droit fondamental.

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

An abuser can use grooming tactics to lure a minor into a dangerous relationship. Learn the signs.

11/25/2025

Every 10 minutes, a woman is killed by an intimate partner or family member.

Violence against women and girls remains one of the most widespread and pervasive human rights abuses worldwide — it must end.

Each of us can make a difference through small but impactful actions —speaking out against abuse, recognizing the signs of toxic relationships, supporting survivors, and challenging victim-blaming attitudes.

Tuesday is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

11/25/2025

11/25/2025

Le 25 novembre, on ne se contente pas de « sensibiliser ». On dénonce. On écoute. On agit. La violence envers les femmes n’est jamais un fait divers, c’est une injustice systémique. Trop, c’est trop. Éliminons la violence.

11/25/2025

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

Today we honour the women and girls whose lives have been forever changed by violence, and we hold space for every survivor who continues to carry their story with strength and courage.

Gender based violence is not just an issue, it is a daily reality for too many. It takes futures, it takes safety, and it takes pieces of women’s lives that they never should have had to fight for.

At Nelson House, we witness both the pain and the resilience of survivors. We see women take their first steps toward safety. We see children rediscover comfort and hope. We see healing begin where fear once lived. And every single day, we are reminded of why this work matters.

Today, we ask our community to stand with survivors. Listen to them. Believe them. Support them. And join us in building a world where every woman and child can live free from violence, fear, and harm.

Together, we can move beyond awareness into action.
Together, we can create the future survivors deserve.

10/30/2025

It's not always easy to tell whether you could face abuse by your partner at the outset of a relationship. Once you're in the relationship, it becomes even more difficult to discern healthy behaviour from abusive tendencies. Relationships can be long and winding, and abuse is not always obvious from...

10/30/2025

This , honour someone in your life with a tribute gift to the Canadian Women’s Foundation in their name: https://ow.ly/Lr9650XiBI8

Whether it’s in memory of someone who guided you, or in celebration of a trailblazer, mentor, or changemaker in your life today, your gift will honour their efforts and help women, girls, and gender-diverse people find safety, confidence, and opportunity. (And you can choose to send a personalized card to share your message of gratitude or remembrance.)

08/12/2025

Let’s talk about what healthy love actually looks like.

We spend a lot of time talking about red flags and that’s important. But we also need to learn how to recognize the green flags: the signs of respect, care, and emotional safety that tell us we're in a relationship where we can thrive.

Healthy relationships don’t feel confusing or full of mixed signals. They feel clear. Safe. Respectful. Real.

Here are some green flags to look for:

🟢 They respect your boundaries
They listen when you say no — and don’t make you feel guilty about it. Whether it's physical, emotional, or digital boundaries, they take you seriously.

🟢 They communicate with honesty and care
You don’t feel like you have to guess what they’re thinking, walk on eggshells, or hide your true feelings. You can talk about the hard stuff without being punished for it.

🟢 They support your independence
They cheer for your goals, respect your friendships, and don’t try to control who you talk to, what you wear, or where you go. Your life outside the relationship matters to them.

🟢 They take accountability
When they hurt you — even unintentionally — they own it. They don’t blame you, minimize your feelings, or twist things around.

🟢 They never pressure you into intimacy
Consent is always mutual. You never feel like you “owe” them anything. They check in with you, pay attention to your comfort level, and listen to your no.

🟢 They make you feel seen and heard
They ask how you’re doing. They follow up when something feels off. They want you to feel safe being yourself — no pretending or performing.

Relationships shouldn’t feel scary, confusing, or exhausting. You deserve love that feels steady, respectful, and kind; not love that you have to survive.

Know what green flags look like, and don’t settle for less.