Assaulted Women's Helpline


Description

Provincial telephone and online (chat) crisis counselling, emotional support, information and referrals to emergency shelters, legal information and community services, as well as culturally appropriate resources for women who have experienced abuse

  • liaison with diverse communities
  • confidential and anonymous


Toronto only: initial assessment and intake for assaulted women's shelters, call 416-863-0511 or toll free 1-866-863-0511

Eligibility
Assaulted/abused women 16 years and older
Residency Requirements: Ontario
Application Process
Call or visit website for information
  • Telephone: call crisis line or dial #7233 (#SAFE) on Bell, Rogers, Fido or Telus mobile phone
  • Online: for live chat visit www.awhl.org/online-chat
Toronto only: initial assessment and intake for assaulted women's shelters, call 416-863-0511 or toll free 1-866-863-0511
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Toll Free
1-888-364-1210 - Administration only
Office
416-364-4144 - Administration only
Crisis
1-866-863-0511 - Call helpline toll free or #7233 (#SAFE)
Crisis
416-863-0511 - Call helpline or #7233 (#SAFE)
TTY
1-866-863-7868 - Crisis Support and Shelter Intake
Fax
416-364-0563 - Administration only
TTY
1-833-286-9865 - Administration only
Web Site
https://www.awhl.org
Mailing Address
PO Box 40569, Six Points Plaza
Toronto, ON, M9B 6K8
Canada
Languages
English, French, Telephone interpretation in over 200 languages available for access to services, For services in French call Fem'aide toll free 1-877-336-2433 (see separate listing)
Fees
None
Topic(s)
Social Media
Agency Information
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Copyright
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Last Updated On
July 29, 2025
Last Verified On
April 10, 2025
Accessibility
Not Applicable
Hours of Operation
Open 24/7
Telephone counselling Mon-Sun 24 hours
Online live chat Mon-Fri 11 am-8 pm, visit www.awhl.org
Administrative office Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
Ontario