Chatham-Kent Sexual Assault Crisis Centre

Chatham-Kent Sexual Assault Crisis Centre A grass roots, equality seeking organization working to eliminate gender-based violence! are available. and 5:00 p.m. at 519-354-8908.

All our services offered at CKSACC are confidential - All staff and volunteers are required to sign and adhere to an agreement to confidentiality. Your Support & Advocacy Worker will explain our confidentiality policy at your first scheduled meeting

You are not required to tell you Support & Advocacy worker specific details of the violence you have experienced. We will respect your decision to sh

are only the information that feels safe and right for you. Support & Advocacy Workers are here to listen non-judgmentally, support and assist the Survivor along her journey, at the pace that the Survivor feels safe and comfortable with. We believe that Survivors are the experts of their own experience, have everything they need to heal within themselves; and are responsible to their own healing. We view sexual assault/harassment/abuse as a societal, equality issue, rather than a mental health issue. Current Programs & Services at the CKSACC

24 Hour Crisis Intervention Including a 24-Hour Crisis Line

Support, assistance, information, referral and individualized responses for of sexual assault/harassment/abuse. Family members or friends who are in need of support or require information that will assist them in supporting their loved one are welcome to call the Crisis Line. CKSACC staff members or volunteer crisis-line workers will respond to crisis and support calls at 519-354-8688. Support & Advocacy

Short or long term support counselling, as well as information, advocacy and assistance with such matters as housing and basic needs, criminal injuries compensation, human rights concerns, community organizations and programs, social services etc. Survivors can schedule face to face appointments or telephone support by calling the CKSACC business line Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. In addition to the services provided to individual women, CKSACC Support and Advocacy work also addresses issues that affect women collectively. Outreach

Through co-operative efforts with community partners CKSACC support services are available at specific locations throughout the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. In addition, the CKSACC participates in the organization and planning of joint endeavours with other
equality-seeking social/justice community groups to promote respect and address issues of inequality and marginalisation. Awareness and Prevention

CKSACC offers an array of public education and awareness opportunities aimed at increasing understanding and consciousness about systemic roots and causes of gendered violence and ending sexual assault / harassment / abuse. In addition to community displays, a lending library, special projects and events, dissemination of printed material, and when human resources allow, the CKSACC also accepts speaking engagements. Information and Referral

Information and Referral are provided as required to meet individual circumstances. POUR SERVICE ET L'INFORMATION EN FRANCAIS:

CARREFOURS DES FEMMES DU SUD-OUEST DE L'ONTARIO

Heures d'ouverture: Du lundi au vendredi, 9H00 á 17H00

Tél: 519-858-0954 ou 1-888-858-0954 Téléc: 519-858-4762

www.carrefourfemmes.on.ca [email protected]

En cas de besoin d'aide immédiate après les heures normales d'ouverture, appelez la Ligne de soutien

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1-877-336-2433

Now that festival season is upon us, read this to stay safe and informed. With police-reported sexual assaults and many ...
06/10/2026

Now that festival season is upon us, read this to stay safe and informed. With police-reported sexual assaults and many other violent crimes following a seasonal pattern, with a higher number of incidents reported during the summer months compared to other times of the year, it's important to stay up to date.

If you are ever in need of support, our crisis line available 24/7 at 519-354-8688.

Content warning: This post contains details of violence. David Norman Yates, an Ontario construction worker is currently...
06/09/2026

Content warning: This post contains details of violence.
David Norman Yates, an Ontario construction worker is currently on trial in St. Thomas, Ontario, for second-degree murder in the 2023 murder of his 22-year-old fiancée, Caitlin Jennings. The trial officially commenced on June 8, 2026, and is scheduled to last approximately three weeks under Justice Joseph Perfetto. Yates entered a plea of not guilty to second-degree murder. While his defense team initially offered a guilty plea to the lesser charge of manslaughter, the Crown rejected it. Caitlin Jennings died from multiple blunt trauma injuries as a result of multiple blows. According to the Crown’s opening statement at the trial, the physical trauma details include:
Extensive Abrasions: Her body was marked with over 50 semi-circular abrasions.
Severe Fractures: She sustained fractures to her skull, jaw, ribs, forearm, and fingers.
The Weapon Used: The Crown’s theory is that David Norman Yates used objects, specifically a hammer or hammers, to beat her to death.
David Norman Yates’ defense centers on arguing the legal definition of intent rather than denying that he killed Caitlin Jennings. Meaning that after hitting her over 50 times with a hammer(s), now 53-year-old Yates claims he did not intend to kill 22-year-old Caitlin Jennings.

This case highlights the acute vulnerability of young women to intimate partner violence. The ongoing public attention surrounding this trial continues to drive urgent conversations about the necessity of early intervention, accessible shelter resources, and systemic changes to protect young women in abusive relationships.

If you are affected by this story or are in need of support, we are here for you. Our crisis line is available 24/7 at 519-354-8688.

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A new threat to privacy and safety: Meta smart glasses are being used to secretly record women in public and semi-privat...
06/09/2026

A new threat to privacy and safety: Meta smart glasses are being used to secretly record women in public and semi-private spaces and that footage is being used for extortion and harassment. This is not okay. Know the signs, trust your instincts, and reach out if you’ve been affected. You are not alone. Our 24/7 Crisis Line is: 519-354-8688

Serena Granville, a 28-year-old Windsor man that traveled to a Chatham residence with a firearm, searching for a 18-year...
06/04/2026

Serena Granville, a 28-year-old Windsor man that traveled to a Chatham residence with a firearm, searching for a 18-year old woman, forcing her from the home against her will, and sexually assaulting her, has been released on bail. At the time of this incident, Granville was already out on a court-ordered release for prior sexual assaults against two different young women.
According to the prosecution, he had multiple active files involving sexual assault allegations and is an active threat to the community. Residents should remain vigilant and immediately report any sightings of the suspect in Chatham-Kent.
His current bail conditions are:
- He is Banned from Chatham-Kent
- He Must Be Supervised At All Times
- Strict No-Contact Orders with the five victims involved

Residents can pass on information anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

One month ago CNN released a report about a site with millions of views where men were discussing strategies on how to d...
05/19/2026

One month ago CNN released a report about a site with millions of views where men were discussing strategies on how to drug and sexually assault their wives. The horrifying details of this story have sat heavy in our hearts and with many Survivors around the world.

It’s extremely difficult to hear these women’s stories and the betrayal they experienced. They deserve our attention. Their stories are the reason we do this work and why it matters. The impact we feels gives us direction on how we can prevent others from experiencing the same kind of violence. And after all they’ve been through, we don’t believe it should be their responsibility to find a solution.

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Today’s affirmation for Survivors—you deserve to be loved for exactly who you are no matter what part of your journey yo...
05/14/2026

Today’s affirmation for Survivors—you deserve to be loved for exactly who you are no matter what part of your journey you’re in. You don’t need to be completely healed to be worthy of love, and healing isn’t always linear. Love comes in so many different forms and you are worthy of them all. You are enough.

What does sexual abuse look like in medical settings? What should you expect during an exam by a medical professional? A...
05/12/2026

What does sexual abuse look like in medical settings? What should you expect during an exam by a medical professional? Adapted from Rainn.org, this is a breakdown of what is and is not appropriate behaviour for a physical exam.

Appointments and exams can feel very vulnerable and exposing, especially for survivors. You deserve to feel safe and respected. Consent is always necessary.

To all Survivors this month and every month. No matter what stage of your healing journey you’re in, your experience is ...
05/07/2026

To all Survivors this month and every month. No matter what stage of your healing journey you’re in, your experience is valid and you are enough. We’re here for you💜

Red Dress Day is observed every year to raise awareness and to remember the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous...
05/05/2026

Red Dress Day is observed every year to raise awareness and to remember the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit relatives.

Indigenous women are 12x more likely to be murdered or go missing than any other women in Canada. Observing this day is highly relevant in our work in the gender-based violence sector as Indigenous women are at a disproportionately high risk for all types of harm, including assault, IPV and sexual violence.

In 2019 the National Inquiry into MMIWG delivered 231 Calls for Justice, and as of February 2026, only 2 have been completed. While many of them call on the federal government, the report emphasizes that these calls are also directed towards social service providers, industries, and all Canadians.

We share in the responsibility as an organization to raise awareness about MMIWG2S and make a conscious effort to align ourselves with the lived truths of survivors and Knowledge Keepers.

Address

405 Riverview Drive Unit 101
Chatham, ON
N7M0N3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+15193548908

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