Interval House
intervalhouse.bsky.social
Interval House
@intervalhouse.bsky.social
Canada's first shelter for abused women and children.
Crisis Line: 1-888-293-5516
https://intervalhouse.ca/
2024 Impact Report: https://intervalhouse.ca/blog/2024-impact-report/
If you are experiencing abuse, please reach out. Help is just a phone call away.

Our 24-hour crisis line is available 24/7 at 1-888-293-5516.

#crisis #support #shelter #intervalhouse #VAW #IPV
January 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Let’s bust a myth about intimate partner violence.

Myth: Intimate partner violence (IPV) happens only in low-income families.

Fact: IPV can happen in all kinds of families, it can occur in any race, religion, socioeconomic status, region or age group.

#IPVmyth #IPVfact #abuse #domesticviolence
January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Safety Planning Tip: Save and set aside some money before you and your children plan to leave.

For more safety planning tips, visit our website at intervalhouse.ca/wha...

#safety #safetyplanning #abuse #domesticviolence
January 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Will you consider making a special gift this new year?

Gifts of Hope provides support to the women and children at Interval House to rebuild their lives and end the cycle of abuse for good.

Give a life-changing gift today by visiting our website: donate.intervalhouse...
January 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Read one woman’s dark journey to Interval House and how her courageous step to leave her abuser changed and rebuilt her life.

http://www.shedoesth...

#IntervalHouse #resident #clientstory #ontario #intimatepartnerviolence
January 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM
There are many health risks for babies exposed to IPV during pregnancy, including:

• Preterm birth and low weight
• Developmental delays
• Long-term health effects
January 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
In Cornwall Ontario, an 81-year-old man is dead after carrying out a murder-suicide against his ex-partner and another man. Both men died and the 80- year-old woman remains in hospital with serious injuries.

www.thecanadianpress...
January 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Do you love working with children?

We are looking for a volunteer to help out in our Children’s Program!

If you’re interested or would like more information, visit our website: intervalhouse.ca/car...

#volunteer #IntervalHouse #ChildrensProgram #TorontoVolunteer #TorontoJobs
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
In our newsletter from 2020, Antonia recounts her experience entering our shelter during COVID-19.

Because of the support she received through counselling, workshops and from building connections with other clients, she was able to achieve her goals.

Read her story here: intervalhouse.ca/by-...
January 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Our recent Financial Literacy Pilot Project workshop, “Re-examining Budgets and Strategies to Increase Savings”, focused on helping clients review their income, expenses and debts to determine the best plan to manage their expenses and maximize savings.

Learn more: intervalhouse.ca/fin...
January 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Dominique's mother took the brave step to come to Interval House. Here, she took the steps she needed to rebuild her life and break free from the cycle of abuse.

intervalhouse.ca/wp-...
January 6, 2026 at 6:01 PM
If you are experiencing abuse, please reach out. Help is just a phone call away.

Our 24-hour crisis line is available 24/7 at 1-888-293-5516.

#crisis #support #shelter #intervalhouse #VAW #IPV
January 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
About 3 in 4 women (74%) who experience acts of violence of a criminal nature from a current or former intimate partner in Québec do not report these acts to the police.

#domesticabuse #domesticviolence #IPV #Quebec #Canada
January 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Thank you to all our donors and community partners who donated brand-new toys, clothes, gift cards, and many other fun items for the women and children of Interval House.
January 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
It’s not too late to give the gift of hope!

With your donation to Interval House, you’re offering a fresh start to women and children who have escaped abuse and a chance to rebuild their lives, violence-free.

Make your gift today: donate.intervalhouse...
January 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Happy New Year!

Our administration offices are closed today, but our crisis line is always open. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call us for assistance at 1-888-293-5516.

#intervalhouse #shelter #crisis #NewYear2026
January 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
It's the last chance to make a special year-end gift and help women and children fleeing abuse.

Will you make a special year-end gift today and offer more women and children hope for a brighter future?

donate.intervalhouse...
December 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Our BESS workshops are designed to tackle the specific challenges faced by women who have experienced intimate partner violence.

Learn more: intervalhouse.ca/bui...
December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Women’s shelters report more intimate partner violence calls after the holidays and advocates urge friends and family to help if they notice any signs of abuse.

www.cbc.ca/news/cana...
December 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
While domestic violence and abuse are sometimes hidden, if we know the signs of an abusive relationship, we may be able to recognize it better and seek help.

Learn more about the signs of abuse: intervalhouse.ca/sig...
December 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Thank you to Minoh Inc. for generously providing our residents with printed materials of their recent art project.

We are truly grateful!
December 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
On behalf of everyone at Interval House, we wish everyone celebrating a Happy Kwanzaa!

#Kwanzaa2025
December 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Merry Christmas from Interval House!

Our administration offices are closed from December 25th – 26th, but our crisis line is always open.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call us for assistance at 1-888-293-5516.

December 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
While many of us look forward to holiday gatherings, for women experiencing abuse, this season brings heightened fear, isolation, and danger.

If you are experiencing abuse, please reach out. Help is just a phone call away.

Our 24-hour crisis line is available 24/7 at 1-888-293-5516.
December 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Do you love working with children?

We are looking for a volunteer to help out in our Children’s Program!

If you’re interested or would like more information, visit our website: intervalhouse.ca/car...

#volunteer #IntervalHouse #ChildrensProgram #TorontoVolunteer #TorontoJobs
December 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM