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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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
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Ugly Influence
We need to offer boys better examples of masculinity. The findings were shocking: Respected polling firm Angus Reid had found that four in five teachers had witnessed misogynistic behaviour by […] …read mo
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Looking back and looking ahead
PART II So much has changed over the time Women’s Resources has existed. In her 25 years with the organization, Penny Chatson has seen that change up close. Appointed as […] …read mo
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Donations to Women’s Resources support Programs and Services in our Community
Life doesn’t come with a roadmap and that’s okay.
Take it one step at a time.
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.Kawartha Home Hardware Group of Stores is back, this year at the Community Builder level for our March 6, 2026 Marquee Event featuring High Valley! The Kawartha Home Hardware Group includes a family of Home Stores in Lindsay, Lakefield, Coboconk, Bridgenorth and Millbrook – Amazing! Any home repair, renovation or replacement project you take on, they’ve got you covered! We also must offer a BIG THANK YOU to Home Building Centre Lindsay for providing a barbecue as well as staff to cook the burgers and hotdogs for our special events taking place at Vicky’s Values! We are very grateful for all you have done and still do for Women’s Resources and the women and children we serve.
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
Anxiety is a natural response to stress and you’re not weak for feeling it.
Understanding anxiety is one step toward managing it with compassion and support.
#AnxietyAwareness #MentalHealthEducation #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma #HealingJourney #womensresources … See MoreSee Less
We’re holding a free pre-teen group for youth ages 9 -12 years who have witnessed or experienced abuse in the home, school, or community. It is facilitated by two WR staff and will cover topics including emotional regulation, healthy relationships, internet safety, families, bullying, and self-esteem. Dinner is provided.
Link to complete program inquiry: forms.gle/wUJaa7ZFcTNNvHKn6 … See MoreSee Less
We are looking for a Community Services Manager! ✨Details here ➡ womensresources.ca/jobs/ … See MoreSee Less
@WARDS Lawyers PC, Lindsay have been a generous supporter of Women’s Resources for many years and for many different programs. We want to recognize Wards for your Community Builder Sponsorship for our March 6, 2026, Marquee Event featuring High Valley! Wards Lawyers are also our legal representatives when needed. They have a complete legal team – real estate, family law, wills and powers of attorney, accidents, employment law and so much more, they have the experts! THANK YOU Wards Lawyers for your ongoing support of our programs and services for women and their children fleeing abuse.
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
A quiet reminder to pause and notice the everyday moments that hold us together.
Gratitude often lives in the simplest things.
#gratitudepractice #MindfulMoments #slowdown #healingjourney #presentmoment #womensresources … See MoreSee Less
At the Community Builder level for our March 6th Marquee Event featuring High Valley, we have @The Kent Florist, long time, generous donors to Women’s Resources! Have you been into their beautiful store on Kent Street lately? So unique and their seasonal gifts are the best. Plus they offer special classes so you can create your own centerpieces and floral decorations. They are always committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and the best customer service. THANK YOU Kent Florist for you generosity and caring in supporting Women’s Resources programs and services for women and their children fleeing abuse. 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