Support for People Who Have Caused Harm
Need Urgent Support? Call 911 or the Crisis Line Below.
Call 911 or your local emergency number if you are in immediate danger. For urgent emotional support, you can also contact a crisis hotline.
Services
Services for People Who are Concerned About Their Behaviour & Want to Change
The service providers listed below practice trauma- and violence-informed support, and will tell you what to expect before you reach out.
Resources
Resources You May Find Helpful
These resources are designed to help you learn, plan next steps, and feel ready if you need to reach out for support.
Steps to Justice
Tools and legal guides including pathways and safety plans for abuse and family violence.
VEGA Project
Resources for healthcare and service providers to help recognize and respond to family violence.
Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario
Resources provided by the Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario.
Recognizing and Addressing Unhealthy Relationships
This guide by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families can help family members recognize signs of an unhealthy or abusive relationship and learn about what to do in these situations.
Supporting Children Exposed to Intimate Partner Violence
This guide by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families can help parents and caregivers understand how children are affected by intimate partner violence and practical tips to use when supporting and talking to them about it.
Mhaven Newsletter – The Experience Issue
In this issue: Engagement & Events, Research News, and Partners in Profile.
Warning Signs of Abuse
Guide outlining warning signs of abuse.
Get Started
Audio based guide/risk assessment site.
Criminal Law System
Criminal law focused resource hub for women.
Family Law Rights
Fantastic resource hub covering legal advice for women leaving abusive relationships including information about children, money and property, and family courts.
Community & Engagement
Community Events You May Find Helpful
Explore upcoming workshops, support groups, and community events that promote safety, healing, and learning.
Intro to Mhaven — A New Hub for Mental Health Support for Intimate Partner Violence
Are you a mental health professional? Join Mhaven and the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals to discuss the Mhaven hub and how you can get involved as a provider.
Looking for Ways to Get Involved?
From feedback on our website to contributing to our story collection or participating in research, Mhaven is ready to hear your story.