Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District

15/06/2026

June is Indigenous History Month. At SACQD, we recognize and honour the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonial violence and remain committed to learning, reflection, advocacy, and walking alongside Indigenous communities in the pursuit of healing, justice, and reconciliation.

15/06/2026

All aboard the Pride Bus!

The Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District is excited to be part of Pride this year, and we can't wait to celebrate with our community.

Be sure to stop by our table, say hello, learn about our services, and grab some Pride goodies!

We look forward to seeing you there.

🚍✨ Get in Babe – We're Going to Pride! ✨🚍

Getting to Pride in Picton just got a whole lot easier.
Thanks to the incredible support of our generous sponsors, Bay of Quinte Pride has chartered a FREE Pride Bus so everyone in the Bay of Quinte region can join the celebrations in Picton this year.

The Pride Bus will run on a continuous loop from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM June 20th, with stops in Trenton, Belleville, and Picton throughout the day.

📍 Pick-Up Locations:
• Quinte West City Hall – 7 Creswell Dr., Trenton
• Front Street Parking Lot (across from Belleville City Hall) – 169 Front St., Belleville

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Destinations in Picton:
• Crystal Palace
• Base31

🚌 The bus can accommodate 44 passengers plus 2 wheelchair spaces on every loop

Whether you're coming for a few hours or making a full day of it, catch the Pride Bus and join us in Picton for a day of community, celebration, entertainment, and connection.
See you on board! 🏳️‍🌈💖

⏰ Schedule:
Quinte West:
10:00 AM
11:45 AM
1:30 PM
3:15 PM
5:30 PM
7:15 PM (last pick up)
9:45 PM (last drop off)

Belleville:
10:15 AM
12:00 PM
1:45 PM
3:30 PM
5:45 PM
7:30 PM (last pick up)
10:00 PM (last drop off)

Picton (Crystal Palace)
11:00 AM
12:45 PM
2:30 PM
4:15 PM (last pick up from Crystal Palace)

Picton (Base 31)
6:30 PM
8:15 PM
9:00 PM (last pick up & drop off)

12/06/2026

Paint with Pride

Come join the Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District for an evening of connection, creativity, and laughter.

In honour of Pride Month and in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, we are excited to host Paint with Pride on June 25, 2026.

Together, we'll celebrate self-expression, community, and the vibrant diversity that makes our communities stronger. No artistic experience is needed—just bring yourself and enjoy an evening of painting, conversation, and pride.

* Light refreshments and music
* 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, allies, friends, and family are all welcome.
* Supplies will be provided.
* Come create, connect, and celebrate with us.

We look forward to sharing this evening of creativity, connection, and Pride with you.

June 25, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District
250 Sidney Street, Belleville (In the Atrium)

For more information or to RSVP, please contact: [email protected]

08/06/2026

This Pride Month, we invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with community.

Join the Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District on June 16th, 2026, for Yoga with Billie, a queer-led, trauma-informed, and weight-inclusive practice designed to create space for healing, self-expression, and belonging.

📍 Atrium, 250 Sidney Street, Belleville
🕟 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

All are welcome.

03/06/2026

At the Sexual Assault Centre for Quinte and District, Pride is about more than celebration—it's about visibility, safety, inclusion, and belonging.

We recognize that 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals continue to experience disproportionately high rates of sexual violence, harassment, discrimination, and barriers to support. During Pride Month, we honour the strength, and diversity of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities while reaffirming our commitment to providing survivor-centred, trauma-informed, and inclusive services for all.

This month, and every month, we stand alongside 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, families, and allies.

28/05/2026

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, challenge harmful myths, support survivors, and continue important conversations about consent, safety, and healing. In Canada, millions of people have experienced sexual violence, yet many survivors never report what happened due to fear, shame, stigma, or systemic barriers. This month reminds us that every survivor deserves to be believed, supported, and treated with dignity. Together, we can help create safer, more compassionate communities.

Main Office: 613-967-6300
Paths of Courage Healing & Retreat Centre: 613-476-7000
Crisis Line: 1-877-544-6424
Website: www.sacqd.com

21/05/2026

We’re so grateful to Doki Doki in downtown Belleville for their generous prize donation for our illustration draw. Thank you for supporting our community!

21/05/2026

Shared in solidarity.

Today, Quinte Health marks our first annual Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Awareness Day.

We lowered our flags in memory of our colleague, Shannan Hickey, and in recognition of all those who have lost their lives to intimate partner violence.

At sunset, our teams will place and light flameless candles in windows and visible spaces across our hospitals—a quiet, shared moment of remembrance.

Her light shines on in how we care for one another. 💜

Learn more about Quinte Health’s Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Response Program: https://quintehealth.ca/care-service/domestic-violence-and-sexual-assault-program/

20/05/2026

In the healing journey, setting boundaries can become one of the greatest forms of protection. 🤍

Boundaries help create safety, rebuild trust within ourselves, and honour our emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing.

Healing may teach us that:
• saying “no” is okay
• protecting our peace is necessary
• rest is productive
• access to us is not automatic

Boundaries are not barriers to love or connection — they are acts of self-respect, safety, and healing.