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Vicky’s Values Re-Opening!
We have been working hard over the last several weeks to put in place all the necessary measures to keep our volunteers, clients, customers, and donors safe. We know that....
Read MoreWe Are Hiring…..
Healthy Workplace Monitor (3 month contract with possibility of extension) Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes is currently looking for a full time contract Healthy Workplace Monitor (35 hours per week).....
Read MoreThere Are Always Signs….
The outside world may not see the signs but the woman always does..... It’s a common reaction when a man is arrested for abusing or killing a woman in his....
Read MoreThe Right Number
Between April 1 and May 4, 2020, nine women and girls were killed in Canada. Police believe all of them died at the hands of a man in their lives....
Read MoreViolence Against Women Hurts Us All
Violence against women is often just the beginning. Now that we know the three worst mass murders in Canada — the shootings at L’École Polytechnique in Montreal in 1989, the....
Read MoreMay: Sexual Assault Prevention Month
For the past two months, Canadians have been asked to remain at home in isolation and to go out only when necessary. The sad reality though is that 'home' is....
Read MoreWALK IN SERVICE
Through Bridges of Kawartha Lakes, women ages 16+ who have experienced violence can get help without needing to make an appointment. Bridges is located at 22 Russell Street East and....
Read MoreIntroducing Bridges of Kawartha Lakes ~ a Service hub for women
We are very excited to announce that we have received funding from two separate sources to support the development of a service hub for women who have experienced abuse in....
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