Halton Women's Place
Halton Women's Place (HWP) is a registered Canadian nonprofit organization (Business No. 107462558RR0001) dedicated to supporting women and children affected by domestic violence. Serving the Halton Region, including Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, and Oakville, it operates as the only women's shelter in the area, providing emergency housing, crisis intervention, and community outreach services[1][2][5].

Mission and Vision

The organization's mission is to offer "a safe haven, information, and education to support a future without abuse for women and their children," while its vision emphasizes being "a gateway to safety, support, and a future without abuse"[1][3].

Services

HWP operates two shelters (in Burlington and Milton), offering:

• 24/7 crisis support: Immediate assistance via phone and online chat[2][5].
• Shelter programs: Emergency housing, counseling, and transitional support to help women secure stable housing[1][5].
• Children's services: Recreational programs and trauma-informed care for youth[5].
• Public education: Initiatives focused on healthy relationships and violence prevention[1][5].

Values

Key organizational values include providing nonjudgmental counseling, empowering women to make safety decisions, and advocating to end violence against women and children[1][5].

Funding

As a registered charity, HWP relies on donations and grants to fund its programs, including shelter operations, counseling, and community education[3].