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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 β€“ 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:

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.

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News and Events

Women’s Resources Is Always Hosting Events To Raise Awareness And Funds

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Plant Sale at Vicky’s Values Thrift Boutique today! Thank you to everyone who has bought or donated plants or garden decor and tools for this event! 🌿 See MoreSee Less

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A reminder that tomorrow (Saturday) is the Vicky’s Values Thrift Boutique plant sale! 🌿 50 Mary St. W., Lindsay starting at 10:00am!πŸͺ»Donations for our Spring Plant Sale will be accepted today and tomorrow (Saturday) at our purple donation door! Thank you!πŸͺ΄ See MoreSee Less

A reminder that tomorrow (Saturday) is the Vickys Values Thrift Boutique plant sale! 🌿 50 Mary St. W., Lindsay starting at 10:00am!
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Draw held Friday, May 30th! πŸŒΈπŸ’°πŸ€‘
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To read the latest blog from Pamela Cross ➑ https://pamelacross.ca/whats-in-a-word/
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πŸ“£ We’re Hiring!

Women’s Resources currently has two exciting job opportunities available!

✨ **Youth Media Lead** – Help empower and engage youth through creative media initiatives.
πŸ’œ **Women & Children Group Counsellor** – Facilitate therapeutic and educational groups for women and children living in Lori’s Place second-stage transitional housing.

If you’re committed to making a difference in the lives of women and children in our community, we’d love to hear from you!

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πŸ“£ Were Hiring!

Womens Resources currently has two exciting job opportunities available!

✨ **Youth Media Lead** – Help empower and engage youth through creative media initiatives.
πŸ’œ **Women & Children Group Counsellor** – Facilitate therapeutic and educational groups for women and children living in Loris Place second-stage transitional housing.

If youre committed to making a difference in the lives of women and children in our community, we’d love to hear from you!

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Do you know a Canadian who has helped advance equality for women and girls in Canada? Nominate them by July 7, 2025.
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