Support when you need it most.
Our team offers confidential, non-judgmental advice and support for women, gender- and sexually-diverse folks, and their children experiencing gender-based violence and abuse. Our services include compassionate one-on-one and group counselling, emergency accommodation and transportation, safety planning, child and youth programming, violence prevention programs and education, second-stage housing, transitional housing and support, and legal advice and support. Remember, you don't need to stay at our shelter to access any of our free, confidential services. Our goal is to provide safety, support and empowerment to vulnerable women, Two-spirit, gender queer, trans and non-binary individuals in our community.
Need to speak with someone safe?
Call or text our 24/7 Support Line: 905.684.8331*
*Given the limitations of technology, please call if you do not receive a response to your text message.
Other Resources:
Centre de santé cummunautaire: 24/7 Service en francais: 1.877.336.2433
Gillian's Place works collaboratively with Centre De Sante Communautaire Hamiton/Niagara and Fem'aide to better meet the needs of French speaking clients accessing GBV agencies and to adhere to the clients' right to have services provided in French. This collaboration ensures the client has a full range of services including safety planning, transitional support, medical, mental health, addiction and counselling supports.
Talk4Healing: Culturally appropriate counselling services to Indigenous Women for Indigenous Women. Call/Text: 1.855.554.4325 (HEAL)
Have questions?
Chat with our experienced support team through our secure chat portal.
Service Experience Survey
Click the button below to participate in the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services survey about YOUR experience with our services.
This survey is intended for survivors and people at risk of violence and/or gender-based violence.
*Please note: In order to associate your feedback with Gillian's Place, please use code WPT123