News & Events
Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton (SAVIS) responds to more than 600 crisis calls a year, supporting 220 clients in our counselling program. More than 3,300 attendees come to our community events and violence prevention presentations each year.
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Why becoming an “Ally” is important?
HOW DID WE GET HERE? By Walter Henry Male Ally Coordinator/ Public Educator SAVIS of Halton. Considering all that is occurring in the world now. It is easy to get distracted by…
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Speaking Out on Systemic Violence and Anti-Black Racism
SAVIS of Halton; Speaking Out on Systemic Violence and Anti-Black Racism SAVIS of Halton is outraged over the historical and current systemic violence that is being committed against Black, Indigenous and communities…
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31st Annual General Meeting
In order to mitigate any risks to the health and safety of our community, staff and other stakeholders, and consistent with current social distancing recommendations, the Meeting will be held in virtual-only…
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Press Release: THE GENDERED IMPACTS OF COVID-19
COVID-19 and Social Distancing In March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) a pandemic. The Government of Ontario declared a state of emergency, closing all non-essential services…
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Thank you Volunteers!
Almost 13 million Canadian volunteers deserve our coast-to-coast-to-coast cheers for their dedication and generosity. Let’s all join together to applaud their immense contribution to our country, our communities and millions of our…
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Night to be Bold-May 7th, 2020
Join us for and evening with Robyn Doolittle , Investigative Journalist, Globe & Mail. To purchase tickets Click Here Tickets can also be purchesd by calling our office 905 825 3622
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Supporting Your Loved One – Workshop
8-week support group Title: Supporting Your Loved One Dates: Feb 12th – April 1, 2020 (every Wed) Please note changes to the start date. Time: 6:30-8 pm Location: 1515 Rebecca St., Suite…
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Giving Tuesday
GivingTuesday is a global movement for giving and volunteering, taking place each year after Black Friday. The “Opening day of the giving season,” it’s a time when charities, companies and individuals…
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Sheila Tucker, Author, Supports SAVIS
Rag Dolls and Rage is a new memoir by Sheila E. Tucker. This book charts Sheila’s turbulent, trauma filled childhood in England in the 1960s, and the process of confronting it all…
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A Night of Empowerment
Enjoy an evening of Jazz, featuring: Karen Thornton, Local Jazz Singer-Songwriter Barb Jordan, Talented, versatile vocalist Mervyn Russel, Local Tenor Wine & Cheese & Light Refreshments October…
