Assaulted Women's Helpline
You likely qualify if: Women in Ontario who have experienced abuse; Family, friends or colleagues can call too.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1.866.863.0511Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Help for women facing abuse or violence in Toronto and Ontario
For women who are unsafe or have been hurt, and anyone helping them.
Free, confidential crisis lines, shelters and support for women facing abuse. If you are in danger right now, call 911.
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Special Priority Program for Rent-Geared-to-Income Housing
You likely qualify if: Living with or lived with an abuser; Or a household member was trafficked; Must meet...
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
FCJ Refugee Centre
You likely qualify if: Refugees and migrants needing support; All services are free of charge.
Call 416-469-9754Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+)
You likely qualify if: Victim, family member or witness of violent crime; No other money or insurance to pay the...
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-888-579-2888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
Victim Support Line
You likely qualify if: Victim of crime in Ontario, or their family.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-888-579-2888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
Family Court Support Worker Program
You likely qualify if: Victim of domestic violence; In, or may be in, a family court case.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-888-579-2888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
Ontario Emergency Assistance (short-term money in a crisis)
About $733 a month
You likely qualify if: You live in Ontario; You are in a crisis or emergency; You lack money for food and housing.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Independent Legal Assistance Program (sexual misconduct in DND or the Canadian Armed Forces)
You likely qualify if: Sexual misconduct in a DND or CAF setting; No need to report or join an investigation.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-844-750-1648Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
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