We provide free, confidential, and non-judgmental 24 hour support to all survivors of violence including female-identified, male-identified, and members of the transgender community. We advocate against violence in the community at large and promote prevention through community education.
Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services (SAVIS of Halton) offers free and confidential 24/7, one-on-one crisis counselling services, with no judgment, just support. Services can be short- or long-term in nature and are open to female-identified, male-identified and transgender people aged 16 and over who are survivors of violence, including childhood sexual abuse. SAVIS does not discriminate when it comes to race, colour, disability, age or national origin.
Monday – Friday
9 AM – 4:30 PM
In-person Counselling
Monday , Tuesday, Thursday
For Enquiries
905 – 825 – 3622
In-person counselling is available at our Oakville Location. We understand that women experience oppression in varying configurations and intensity depending on their individual backgrounds and this may have an additional impact on those already facing sexual abuse. Our counsellors work from an anti-racist and anti-oppressive viewpoint to provide assessments that are non-directive and non-judgemental.
Supporting SAVIS of Halton is crucial because it directly contributes to creating safer communities and empowering survivors.
The individual counselling program at SAVIS provides trauma-informed care from an inclusive feminist framework to support all survivors, including women, men, trans, and gender-diverse individuals impacted by sexual violence.
Residents of Halton may access up to 18 free, confidential counselling sessions from a compassionate and professional community-based counsellor. For family members or friends supporting a loved one affected by violence, we offer up to eight sessions to provide tools and
language to help in the healing process.
In addition to one-on-one counselling, we offer multiple group counselling sessions yearly. Each group will have a unique focus built on the feedback we receive from the community. Among others, topics may include: trauma response and psychoeducation; healthy relationships; coping and grounding skills; and family dynamics.
Our Public Education Program facilitates a range of presentations, workshops and trainings on topics related to understanding the many facets of gender-based violence and sexual exploitation.
All workshops and presentations are inclusive, interactive, and modifiable in order to suit your needs, and reach a broad audience as we are committed to proactive, preventative education for all.
The aim of public education at SAVIS is to use education and awareness to end all forms of violence. SAVIS offers public education workshops and presentations to schools, community members, and service providers in Halton.
By supporting SAVIS of Halton, you contribute to creating safer spaces for everyone, including marginalized communities who are disproportionately affected by sexual violence. Your donation helps fund programs that address intersectional issues and promote inclusivity and equity.
