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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 1pm - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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Call our 24 Hour Crisis & Information Line 905-682-4584

We are a non-profit organization that responds to the needs of survivors of sexual violence and through public education increases understanding and awareness of sexual assault related issues.

10/31/2026

Halloween should be fun—and everyone deserves to feel safe and respected.

A costume is not consent. Flirting is not consent. Being at a party is not consent. Alcohol or drug use is not consent. Consent must be freely given, specific and ongoing, and it can be withdrawn at any time.

Check in, respect every answer and look out for one another. If something feels wrong, you can interrupt, distract, check in privately or ask others for help.

10/30/2026

Superstitions we will not be falling for this Halloween:

- A costume is never “asking for it.”
- Drinking alcohol does not mean consent.
- Alcohol does not excuse harmful behaviour.
- Bystander intervention is not “too hard”—there are many safe ways to help.
- Halloween is never an excuse to ignore someone’s boundaries.

Consent must be voluntary, informed, specific, ongoing and freely given—on Halloween and every day.

10/29/2026

Reporting sexual violence is a personal choice. For people who want to share information without making a formal police report, anonymous reporting may be an option.

Through the Niagara Sexual Assault Centre, a specially trained staff member can record information about the assault without sharing your name. The information is forwarded to the Niagara Regional Police Service’s Violent Crime Linkage Analysis System database and may help identify patterns or prevent future harm.

You remain in control of whether to meet in person or virtually. To learn more, call 905-682-7258 or email [email protected].

10/28/2026

Anonymous reporting matters. Survivors in Niagara still have options.

Following a cybersecurity breach involving Crime Stoppers' third-party reporting platform, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) announced on October 24 that it was suspending its use of Crime Stoppers while security concerns are addressed.

For survivors of sexual violence, the ability to share information anonymously can be an important part of feeling safe and maintaining control over their choices.

We want survivors in Niagara to know that other reporting options remain available.

💙 Niagara Sexual Assault Centre (NSAC) offers Anonymous Third-Party Reporting for survivors aged 16 and older. Survivors can share information about a sexual assault through a trained staff member without their identity being disclosed to police.

💙 Niagara Health also offers Anonymous Third-Party Reporting for survivors aged 16 and older through its Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Program.

💙 Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) has provided an alternative telephone number for anyone wishing to share information anonymously while its use of Crime Stoppers remains suspended.

These options have different processes and privacy protections. Survivors are encouraged to ask questions and choose the option that feels right for them.

You do not have to report to police to receive support. Our services remain available regardless of whether you choose to report.

Your privacy matters. Your choices matter. We're here to support you.

10/28/2026

Taking a few quiet minutes to pause and reconnect with your body can be one option for supporting your well-being.

Our online Resource Library includes guided meditations you can use when and where they feel helpful. There is no single right way to cope or heal—choose the practices that feel safe and supportive for you.

Visit the Resource Library at NiagaraSexualAssaultCentre.com to explore the meditations and other resources.

10/26/2026

If you are 14 or older and have experienced sexual violence or gender-based violence, you may be able to access free support through the Niagara Sexual Assault Centre.

Our services include counselling, crisis support, information, advocacy and connections to community resources. You decide what support feels right for you, and you can ask questions before choosing what comes next.

Visit NiagaraSexualAssaultCentre.com or call our 24/7 crisis line at 905-682-4584.

10/25/2026

Gentle reminders for days when caring for yourself feels difficult:

- Rest without guilt.
- Nourish your body in ways that feel manageable.
- Move in ways you enjoy, if movement feels supportive.

Self-care does not have to be productive, expensive or perfect. Small choices that support your comfort, energy or sense of safety still count.

10/24/2026

Hospital support is available for survivors seeking care at St. Catharines Hospital.

A trained Niagara Sexual Assault Centre support person can provide emotional support, explain options and help you feel less alone while you navigate the hospital process. Your choices remain yours throughout the visit.

For immediate support or information, call our 24/7 crisis line at 905-682-4584.

10/23/2026

When someone tells you they have experienced sexual assault, believe them.

Listen without judgment, thank them for trusting you and let them decide what they need next. You do not need to ask for details or try to fix what happened. Let them know that confidential support is available through the Niagara Sexual Assault Centre.

We offer support for survivors and anyone affected by sexual violence, including our 24/7 crisis line and free counselling services. Call the crisis line at 905-682-4584.

10/22/2026

A safer Niagara is built through community action.

Community Allies are local businesses that support survivors, help raise awareness and show that sexual violence prevention is a shared responsibility. Their involvement helps strengthen free support, education and advocacy while connecting more people with available resources.

If your business wants to make a meaningful local impact, join the Niagara Sexual Assault Centre’s Community Ally Campaign. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

Address

43 Church Street, Suite 503, St. Catharines
Saint Catharines, ON
L2R7E1

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19056824584

Website

https://linktr.ee/niagara.sexual.assault.centre

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