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We envision people living free from poverty, violence and abuse.

Across the Southern Gulf Islands, IWAV offers inclusive anti-violence services and housing, welcoming all women—including trans women—as well as non-gender conforming and LGBTQ+ community members.

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Community Raffle – Ticket Sales End March 27 at 4pm

Over the past few months, our community has come together in an extraordinary way to support the Norton Road Acquisition...

Community Celebration for Norton Road Supporters

On March 5, Islanders Working Against Violence and the Salt Spring Island Foundation welcomed community supporters to ArtSpring for a...

Community Makes Norton Road Home

We are proud to share that the Norton Road property has officially been purchased — a milestone made possible by...

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Learn which items Transitions Thrift Store currently needs or isn't accepting.

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Learn how you can help those impacted by violence and abuse.

DONATE TO OUR TRANSITION HOUSE

Learn which items the Transition House always needs.

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