Ending Violence Blog

On this World Mental Health Day, we must confront the ways intimate partner violence affects survivors’ mental health and recognize the courage and strength it takes to heal. Survivors deserve more than survival post-abuse—they deserve pathways to recovery, empowerment, and the opportunity to take back their power and reclaim their well-being.

BWSS has launched a vital new campaign aimed at empowering survivors of domestic violence to exercise their voting rights safely and effectively in the upcoming BC election.

As we approach the upcoming provincial election on October 19, all major parties are outlining their platforms, highlighting policies on housing, health care, public safety, and more. Below is a summary of the key announcements relevant to BWSS’s work. Additionally, BWSS will be sharing voter information materials soon, providing resources for those looking to register and participate in this important election.

As the October 19 British Columbia provincial election approaches, key policy announcements on housing, public safety, and healthcare have emerged, all of which will significantly impact women and families across British Columbia. This blog addresses the challenges victim-survivors face during election periods, along with a brief update on recent developments in the current election.

Imagine living in a place where nearly one in three women have faced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner since the age of 15. Well, this is the harsh reality in Canada.

Criminalizing Coercive Control webinar Analysis, Updates and Reflections on Legislating Coercive Control in Canada. This webinar, held on July 17, 2024, invited discussion and input on potential impacts of the pending legislative changes and options for...

My Sister’s Closet (MSC) is eco-thrift boutique dedicated to fashion for social change. By shopping and donating with MSC, you’re actively reducing waste, taking a stand against climate change, and supporting a fairer world. Every purchase helps fight the climate crisis and supports survivors of violence.

Femicide is not simply another form of violence—it is the deliberate killing of women and girls because of their gender. Despite this devastating reality, femicide often remains in the shadows, unrecognized and unnamed in Canada’s legal system.

Imagine living in a place where nearly one in three women have faced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner since the age of 15. Well, this is the harsh reality in Canada.

At a time when the housing crisis exacerbates vulnerability, BWSS is proud to evolve our legacy of service by providing safe, secure housing in partnership with the Province. This initiative not only offers women and children a refuge, but also empowers them to transition from crisis to lasting independence and safety.

BWSS proudly announces the opening of 10 new second-stage housing units designed to support women and their children who are fleeing violence.