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Your Support Matters
We are proud to launch the Safe Haven Support Circle, our monthly giving community dedicated to providing consistent care, stability, and support for women and children rebuilding their lives after violence. Monthly giving helps ensure that families arriving at Nelson House have access to safe shelter, meals, emotional support, and programs that support healing and well being. It also allows our team to respond to growing needs with reliable, ongoing care.
For many survivors, healing takes time. Consistent support helps women and children feel safe enough to begin rebuilding their lives with hope and stability. Join the Safe Haven Support Circle today and help create safety, healing, and new beginnings every month.
If you're already a monthly supporter and are ready to boost your monthly gift amount, please email us at development@nelsonhouse.on.ca.
Ontario Women's Coalition at Queens Park
Our Executive Director, Clarissa Arthur, joined the Ontario Women’s Coalition at Queen’s Park, calling for greater investments in affordable housing and supports for women. Clarissa spoke about how safe, stable, and affordable housing is essential for survivors to rebuild their lives. Without it, too many women are forced to choose between homelessness and returning to unsafe situations. To watch the full video, please visit here
Upcoming at Nelson House
Join us for the 5th Annual Susan Sherring Legacy Reception
Join us for the 5th Annual Susan Sherring Legacy Reception
An evening of community, connection and impact in support of women and children fleeing violence.
On Wednesday, October 7, Nelson House will bring together community leaders, supporters and friends for our annual Susan Sherring Legacy Reception.
This special evening honours the legacy of Susan Sherring while raising critical funds to help Nelson House provide safe shelter, essential supports and pathways forward for women and children experiencing violence.
📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 The Glebe, Ottawa
Join us and be part of a community committed to creating safer futures for women and children.
Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by making a donation in support of Nelson House.