Abuse and Sexual Assault


Abuse is the infliction of direct physical, sexual, psychological threat or harm. Sexual assault is any form of non-consensual sexual activity with another person. This section offers a variety of organizations available to victims of abuse and assault as well as their perpetrators.

Abuse and Sexual Assault Helplines
Adult Survivors of Abuse
Child Abuse, Well-Being, and Welfare
Elder Abuse and Neglect
Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
Gender-Based Violence Shelters
Intimate Partner Violence Counselling
Self-Harm
Victim Services


COVID-19 Information

Coronavirus (COVID-19)



For the most current information visit the Ministry of Health's Coronavirus (COVID-19) website.

Contact Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 or your local public health unit if you’re experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.

Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool is available.


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