Political Leaders: Help Us #LiftHerUp!ACWS will be launching our new Lift Her Up training for political leaders in 2026 - aimed at addressing violence against women in politics and the public sphere, this training is designed for political officials and their staff, equipping them to recognize and respond to harassment and abuse. Learn More Research & Reports Annual Shelter Data Releases, Brochures & Fact Sheets, Position Statements & Briefs, Workforce Surveys, Annual Reports and more. Online Courses ACWS offers online courses, ranging in topics to support skill-building in the violence prevention and sheltering sector and beyond. Donate Today There is hope to change the culture that supports gender-based violence. We need your help to do this. Donate today. Find a ShelterYou have a right to live without fear, hurt, abuse and violence. Find a shelter or call our confidential and 24 hr. hotline at 1-866-331-3933 to speak with someone at a shelter near you. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. All Shelters Lurana Shelter Edmonton, AB Catholic Social Services’ Lurana Shelter is a first-stage, emergency shelter... Unity House Fort McMurray, AB Offers emergency accommodation, support, and services for women and children... Columbus House of Hope St. Paul Columbus House of Hope is a secure, safe, comfortable place... Wellspring Family Resource & Crisis Centre Whitecourt, AB For women in crisis (with or without children), with priority... Nisa Homes Calgary Calgary, Alberta Nisa Homes is a safe haven and support service for... Compass Second Stage Shelter Fort McMurray, AB Waypoints is a non-profit organization that offers a wide variety... Find 2SLGBTQ+ Community ResourcesResources for organizations to support inclusive services for members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, developed by the Blueprint Project's 2SLGBTQ+ Community of Practice.Get Resources Journey to Reconciliation The Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters is committed to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, and the safety of Indigenous women, their families and their communities. We are dedicated to ensuring that Indigenous voices are heard, considered, and inform decision-making processes at ACWS. ACWS will never simply make statements about reconciliation. We will take action. See More
