Chrysalis House Association
YOU ARE NOT ALONE. YOU ARE NOT TO BLAME.
We are here to support you 24/7, 365 days a year.
Call: (902) 679 1922 or Toll-Free: 1 800 264 8682
Email: support@chrysalishouse.ca
Resources & Links
Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS)
The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) is an umbrella association of Violence-Against-Women organizations across the province.
Nova Scotia Domestic Violence (NSDV) Resource Centre
Find resources, tools and information to help deal with violence and abuse.
If you are in immediate danger call 911.
ShelterSafe.ca is an online resource to help women and their children seeking safety from violence and abuse. The clickable map will serve as a fast resource to connect women with the nearest shelter that can offer safety, hope and support.
An organization dedicated to ending violence against women by providing support, advocacy, and resources for women's shelters across Canada.
Downloadable Resources
Chrysalis House Programs & Services
Programs that are supported by Chrysalis House staff and community liaisons
Creating a Safer Community Brochure (PDF)
Local resources and tips to create a safer community.
A Book for Women in Abusive Relationships
Child Custody and Access Information for Women Leaving Abusive Relationships and Their Service Providers
Nova Scotia Victim Services Safety Plan (PDF)
Do you need a safety plan?
Strengthening the Safety Net (PDF)
The intersection of domestic violence, dementia and caregiver stress
Mass Casualty Commission Final Report
The inquiry into the April 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting, offering findings, conclusions, and recommendations to enhance public safety.
examines the 2017 deaths of the Desmond family, focusing on systemic issues in mental health and wellness.
Engaging Men & Boys
It is vital that women and men work together to end violence against women in our society. Engaging Men and Boys in ending violence against women and girls is an initiative of Status of Women Canada and we are part of a network of nine organizations across Canada working on parallel projects
Check out the links below to learn more:
Helpful Links
For statistics and research:
https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-002-x/2013001/article/11766/hl=fs-eng.htm
http://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women
http://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against=women/facts-and-figures
For information about the National Day of Remembrance (Dec.
6th) or the 16 Days of Action:
https://www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/commemoration/vaw-vff/ramamhranco-commemoration-en.html