For over 30 years, Women’s Resources has worked with the community to provide services and support to help women & their children fleeing abuse
We Can Help
Abuse is when someone uses their power to control the actions and beliefs of another person.
If you need immediate help or a counsellor to talk to about your experience of domestic violence or abuse call the 24-hour support line at:
(705) 878-3662 – or – 1 (800) 565-5350
*These numbers will not appear on your phone bill
Our programs are provided to all women and those identifying as women:
- Counselling (Learn More)
- Support Line (Learn More)
- Support Groups (Learn More)
- Resource Centre (Learn More)
- Emergency Shelter (Learn more)
Fun Fall 50/50 Winner in October 2025… Myles S. with ticket #D-1262.
Myles won $665.00!
Christmas in July 50/50 Winner in July 2025… Stephen T. with ticket #D-1917.
Stephen won $930.00!
Spring Fling 50/50 Winner in May 2025… Heather L. with ticket #D-1563.
Heather won $1,270.00!
WHO ARE WE?
Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes, is a not-for-profit organization created and run by local women.
Accessibility
Women’s Resources is committed to ensuring that our services are as accessible to all as possible. We have an Accessibility Policy as well as a Customer Service Plan.
RESOURCE CENTRE
Books and DVD’s are available in our library including online resources.
We also provide information and education on woman abuse as well as local, national, and Provincial women’s issues
Real Support. Real People
Women’s Resources offers a range of services to support women and their children who are fleeing abusive situations in the City of Kawartha Lakes and surrounding area.
All services are free and confidential.
Women and children sheltered since 1992
Support and crisis calls received since 1992
Number of women who have experienced abuse that have been helped by WR since 1992
News and Events
Women’s Resources Is Always Hosting Events To Raise Awareness And Funds
Blog
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How you can help reduce the risk of trafficking
Sex trafficking—forcing someone to have sex for money against their will—seems like a far-off, big-city scourge. But not only do traffickers bring their victims to Kawartha Lakes to work, young …read mo
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Helping women escape trafficking
There’s a whole ugly industry that forces women into sex for money. It’s called human trafficking, and it happens all over the country, including right here in Kawartha Lakes. Women’s …read mo
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Make the Season Bright
There are still lots of ways to help women in need, as well as their children, and to find great gifts and stocking stuffers that give back. The holidays can …read mo
Help support Women’s Resources
Donations to Women’s Resources support Programs and Services in our Community
We are very grateful for our Major Funders
THANK YOU to KRGinsure for sponsoring our March 6, 2026 Marquee Event Fundraiser featuring High Valley at the Community Builder level this year – supporters of our Marquee event since 2013! KRGinsure is also our insurance brokers and have been for over 30 years. Although they have changed their name a few times through amalgamations, KRGinsure still offers friendly, expert service, striving to make the process as uncomplicated as possible. We are very grateful to KRGinsure for your loyal and generous support in many ways. THANK YOU!
Tickets on sale at the FLATO Academy Theatre in Lindsay– see our website for more details: womensresources.ca/event/marquee-event-2/ … See MoreSee Less
Your strength isn’t about carrying everything on your own.
It’s about knowing when to rest, release, and ask for support.
#RedefineStrength #YouDontHaveToCarryItAlone #SelfCompassion #HealingJourney #MentalWellbeing #ItsOkayToRest #womensresources … See MoreSee Less
Managing our IT systems for many years, MicroAge Peterborough – Whitby are also supporters of Women’s Resources! Our Marquee Event is happening again on March 6th, featuring High Valley and we want to recognize MicroAge for continuing their Community Builder Sponsorship! Specializing in managed IT services and support, MicroAge provides practical business solutions. THANK YOU MicroAge for your generous support!
Tickets on sale at the FLATO Academy Theatre in Lindsay – see our website for more details: womensresources.ca/event/marquee-event-2/ … See MoreSee Less
"Sex work is often glamourized in movies or on social media, but trafficking is anything but glamorous," says La-Ferne Powell, Residential Services Manager at Women’s Resources. Read Nancy Payne’s latest blog here ➡ womensresources.ca/how-you-can-help-reduce-the-risk-of-trafficking/ … See MoreSee Less
Today, February 20, we recognize World Day of Social Justice 🌍
A fair world means equal rights and opportunities for everyone — regardless of age, gender, background, or status. Real change starts when we stand up for inclusion, challenge inequality, and support one another.
#WorldDayOfSocialJustice #EqualityForAll #InclusionMatters #HumanRights #JusticeForAll #AgeEquality #SocialJustice … See MoreSee Less
What can I say about 100.9 Canoe FM Community Radio? They always go above and beyond for Women’s Resources. As a not for profit volunteer based community radio station, they are the Voice of the Haliburton Highlands. For many years they have promoted our programs and services as well as our special events and fundraisers – most recently High Valley Marquee Event on March 6th at the FLATO Academy Theatre. Many, Many THANKS to Canoe FM for your unwavering support.
Tickets on sale at the FLATO Academy Theatre in Lindsay, www.flatoacademytheatre.com/whats-on/high-valley-womens-resources-fundraiser … See MoreSee Less
Black History Month event happening this Saturday Feb. 21 in Lindsay!
Free to attend, and food and refreshments will be provided.
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Black History Month event for everyone Sat. Feb 21 – Lindsay Advocate
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Kawartha Lakes will be celebrating Black History Month on Saturday Feb. 21 at Celebrations in Lindsay from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is being hosted by Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton Immigrant Service…We can’t wait to see High Valley perform on Friday, March 6th at the FLATO Academy Theatre Lindsay! Get your tickets > www.flatoacademytheatre.com/whats-on/high-valley-womens-resources-fundraiser … See MoreSee Less
Just found out the “I’m Leaving You” is top 10 at Country Radio in Canada. 20th time that’s happened! Thankful and blessed!! Can’t wait to play a few of these for you on tour next month!!
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February 22nd is Human Trafficking Awareness Day in Ontario. To learn more, visit: www.ontario.ca/page/human-trafficking … See MoreSee Less