Antigonish Women's Resource Centre & Sexual Assault Services Association
219 Main Street B2G 2C1 Antigonish, NS, Canada

Standing with StFX students and campus community members who are asking what it means and what it takes to be a survivor-centered campus.

We're seeking proposals to redesign our website and design an e-newsletter. Check out our Request For Proposals here: http://awrcsasa.ca//AWRCSASA-Request-For-Proposals-Website

We have been participating in Possibility Seeds's Courage to Act, a two-year national initiative to address and prevent gender-based violence on post-secondary campuses in Canada. They are hosting a National Skillshare Series to present some of the research, resources, and tools from this project. Register here: https://www.couragetoact.ca/skillshare

We are available to provide support and resources to anyone who has been affected by this recent case. #happensheretoo

Managing stress and mental health during the holidays can be difficult. Here’s a resource from Health Promotion, Mental Health and Addictions.

Holiday resource numbers from Peer Support Nova Scotia

https://coady.stfx.ca/local-womens-voices-for-peace/

Congratulations to all the recipients of this important grant! https://www.stfx.ca/about/news/RJL-Grants

A call for high school staff and students (grades 10-12) in rural NS to participate in a research study about school climate and sexual violence prevention.

First batch of our period kits have been assembled!!! We are creating period kits for menstrators that use pads, tampons and those who may want to try some... sustainable options such as period underwear and menstrual cups! We will be partnering with some local organizations and business who want to give away these awesome period kits! If you are in the Antigonish, Guysborough, Port Hawkewbury areas and would like to have some period kits at your organization or business please get in touch! #period #periodkits #menstrualequity See more

One-time payment support for Canadians living with disabilities The Government of Canada has announced a one-time payment of $600 to help persons living with disabilities, in recognition of some of the extraordinary expenses they have encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Individuals who are determined to be eligible for the disability tax credit (DTC) or certain other disability-related benefit programs, may be entitled to receive the payment. Canadians living with disabilities who are eligible for the DTC but who have not yet applied, will have until September 25, 2020 to do so. For more information on how to apply for the DTC, please visit: http://www.canada.ca/disability-tax-credit

If anyone is needing school supplies for your children please see below link for school supply share program https://www.antigonishschoolsuppliesshareprogram.org/getsup

The AWRCSASA will be closed today (Monday, August 3rd). We will resume our by-appointment services Tuesday, August 4th.

We're hiring Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners. See the attached posting for more information.

UPDATE - 11:15 AM: 911 service has been restored to Nova Scotia and the Maritime provinces. In case of emergency, you can once again dial 911. ORI...GINAL POST (INFORMATION BELOW NO LONGER VALID) 911 service across the Maritimes, including Nova Scotia, is DOWN. 911 calls are not going through due to what is currently being described as a technical issue with phone lines. Until further notice in Halifax Regional Municipality, call 902-490-5020 for Police and Fire and 1-888-346-9999 for EHS. For the rest of Nova Scotia: RCMP advise until further notice to call 902-893-1323 for emergency services. Halifax Regional Police add that they have reached out to the Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office in relation to them issuing a province-wide Emergency Alert regarding the 911 outage.

Beginning this Friday, July 24, masks are mandatory on public transit in Nova Scotia, with exemptions for children under two and those with a valid medical rea...son. Chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang clarified that shields are not compliant with this directive. He also acknowledged that anxiety can make wearing a mask difficult, and encouraged those who have this experience to practice techniques to overcome the anxiety. Here, from the Sexual Assault Centre of Brant, adapted from Survivor Trust UK resources, are some tips for survivors who find wearing masks challenging. Repost @sac_brant Covering your face can be a triggering experience for survivors. As of today bylaws are now being enforced in both Brantford and Brant County that require face coverings in all public indoor spaces. This resource has been adapted for a Brantford-Brant context from content by the Survivor Trust UK. [access text Tips for survivors who find wearing masks challenging. COVID-19 tips adapted from the Survivor Trust UK resource. 1. Wearing a mask can be triggering for survivors 2. Practice wearing a mask at home 3. Find the right face covering (consider size and comfort!) 4. Get creative! Try wearing a familiar scarf or handkerchief as a face covering 5. Make your mask smell lovely! 6. Ask for support. Try bringing a trusted loved one along for a practice walk with your mask or to shop with you for support. The SAC 24-hour crisis and support line is also available to you at 519-751-3471! 7. Keep grounding techniques in mind! ]

Check out these self-care journalling templates! They can help you set boundaries, centre yourself, and reflect deeper on your sense of self. They can be used whichever way works for you-- as a one-time exercise or a regular check-in. All 3 templates can be accessed at this link: https://linktr.ee/StFXPSP

There will be a Pride Parade on June 29th at 7 pm in Port Hawkesbury! https://www.cbc.ca//port-hawkesbury-pride-parade-organized

The Antigonish Women's Resource Centre & Sexual Assault Services Association is seeking a motivated young person to fill the role of Social Issues Researcher! Apply by June 22! See posting for details.

The Antigonish Women's Resource Centre & Sexual Assault Services Association is one of the many signees on a letter calling for basic income.

Annual General Meeting for the Antigonish Women’s Resource Centre & Sexual Assault Services Association Wednesday, June 24, 2020 6:30 pm via Zoom... The general public is welcome to attend. Please register by visiting: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_8gnsMuYCQGiofGhB-m79fQ with Moira Bren performing Afraid of Your Heart, a song from the POV of someone in an abusive relationship with 50% of the proceeds being donated to the Antigonish Women's Resource Centre & Sexual Assault Services Association

Black Lives Matter Peaceful Marchers in Antigonish: Continue to learn and continue to act!

Details of the Black Lives Matter Peaceful March in Antigonish this Saturday, June 6 at 7 pm in Columbus Field. Rain or shine.

Pride Month starts today and the St FX Gender and Sexual Diversity Advisor reminds us to take the time to remember/learn about 2SLGBTQIA+ history. The first pride was a riot. #pridemonth2020