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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Signs of hope amid the degradation
Any decent person of any gender spends a lot of time enraged, or learning to live with enraging news, about men’s treatment of women all over the world. Women tell …read mo
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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
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
TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🤠 Get ready to experience High Valley, fronted by Brad Rempel, bringing their signature sound, incredible energy, and chart-topping hits to the stage. 🎶✨Seeing them live at the beautiful FLATO Academy Theatre in support of Women’s Resources in Lindsay is truly something special. With just 540 seats in the entire theatre, there isn’t a bad view in the house — you’ll feel completely immersed in the music, like they’re performing just for you. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! ➡ www.flatoacademytheatre.com/whats-on/high-valley-womens-resources-fundraiser … See MoreSee Less
Sometimes strength looks like slowing down.
Sometimes empowerment looks like choosing yourself.
Taking care of your mind, your heart, and your well-being is not selfish; it’s necessary. Give yourself the same compassion, patience, and kindness that you so freely give to others. You deserve that care, too. 💛
#SelfCareIsEmpowerment #ChooseYourself #MentalHealthMatters #WomenSupportingWomen #HealingJourney #BeKindToYourself #ProtectYourPeace #EmotionalWellbeing #SelfLove #YouMatter … See MoreSee Less
Every woman who breaks a barrier makes the path a little wider for the next. 💜
From classrooms to workplaces to boardrooms, women continue to challenge limits and redefine what’s possible. When one woman rises, she helps create space for many more to follow.
Let’s continue to uplift, support, and advocate for equality, inclusion, and opportunity for all.
#WomenBreakingBarriers #EmpowerWomen #GenderEquality #WomenSupportingWomen #StrongerTogether #InspireChange #WomenInLeadership #EqualityForAll #InternationalWomensDay #WomenEmpowerment … See MoreSee Less
Need High School Community Involvement Hours? We’ve Got You Covered!
Women’s Resources is excited to launch a brand-new youth program designed to help high school students earn their community involvement hours in a meaningful way.
Join us for our upcoming Youth Educational Workshop and earn 6 hours in just one day!
When: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Whether you’re a student looking to finish your community involvement hours or a parent helping them stay on track, this is the perfect opportunity.
Register & complete the consent form by Tuesday, March 17, 2026 here: womensresources.ca/educational-youth-volunteer-workshop/ … See MoreSee Less
1 MORE DAY – Get ready to experience High Valley, fronted by Brad Rempel, bringing their signature sound, incredible energy, and chart-topping hits to the stage. 🎶✨Seeing them live at the beautiful FLATO Academy Theatre in support of Women’s Resources in Lindsay is truly something special. With just 540 seats in the entire theatre, there isn’t a bad view in the house — you’ll feel completely immersed in the music, like they’re performing just for you. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! ➡ www.flatoacademytheatre.com/whats-on/high-valley-womens-resources-fundraiser … See MoreSee Less
"The common denominator in all these cases is that the men involved thought they could get away with wielding sexual power over women, because they were wealthy and prominent or because they never thought anyone would find out, or a combination of both." Read Nancy Payne’s latest blog here > womensresources.ca/signs-of-hope-amid-the-degradation/ … See MoreSee Less
This is your chance to win big 💰 while making a real difference in the lives of women and their children fleeing abuse. 💞 Get your tickets for the Women’s Resources Cash Plus Raffle! ➡ www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/wroklplus … See MoreSee Less
Have you discovered Brouwer Bake Shop yet in Downeyville? Wow! They have the most delicious baked goods anywhere! brouwerbakeshop.com
And they have agreed to do all the catering for High Valley, the performers this year for our Marquee Event Fundraiser on March 6th at the FLATO Academy Theatre. The band members are so pleased to be supporting local and so are we! THANK YOU Brouwer Bake Shop for helping us support programs for women & children experiencing abuse.
Tickets on sale at the FLATO Academy Theatre in Lindsay > www.flatoacademytheatre.com/whats-on/high-valley-womens-resources-fundraiser … See MoreSee Less
We’re growing our online community — and we’d love for you to be part of it! 💜
Follow Women’s Resources on TikTok and Instagram to see the impact of your support, behind-the-scenes moments, event highlights, and ways you can help women and children in our community rebuild their lives. Like, share, and help us spread the word — together, we are stronger. … See MoreSee Less