Programs that help Saskatchewan victims of interpersonal violence and abuse will receive more than $11 million this fiscal year.
“These organizations make a vital contribution to the safety of Saskatchewan’s citizens and families,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Gordon Wyant said. “We are pleased to continue funding these community-based programs that offer support to Saskatchewan residents who need it the most.”
The funding is provided to 33 community-based organizations for 43 programs supported by the Ministry of Justice, including:
Family-violence outreach programs, which offer direct services and public education on interpersonal violence and abuse;
Transition houses, which provide around-the-clock emergency shelter for women and children who are leaving violent relationships;
Sexual assault services, which provide support for sexual assault victims such as a twenty-four hour crisis line, crisis counselling, and help getting to and from medical, legal, and social services appointments;
Enhanced residential services that offer shelter for women and children whose issues extend beyond family violence to include mental health concerns and addiction; and
Associations that co-ordinate these services across the province.
“We appreciate this government’s continued support of PATHS and of our member agencies who work directly with individuals impacted by violence,” Provincial Association of Transition Houses and Services of Saskatchewan (PATHS) Provincial Co-ordinator Jo-Anne Dusel said. “This will contribute to a safer Saskatchewan.”
“We are pleased the provincial government is offering much-needed financial support for our member agencies,” Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan Executive Director Dianna Graves said. “This will allow our members to increase the services they provide to those in need.”
