Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter

We are now✨FearIsNotLove!✨The same organization you know and love, but with an updated brand💌Check out our new website: fearisnotlove.ca and follow us at @fear_isnotlove where you can find all current news and updates about our agency. Thanks for your continued support

Fear IS NOT Love 💜 LOVE SHOULDN’T HURT #ValentinesDay only happens once a year. It’s a day to recognize love, but for many, this day and the other 364 days of the year are not as sweet. 💌 Contact: (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or help@fearisnotlove.ca for judgement free support

FearIsNotLove is dedicated to ongoing improvement & finding innovative ways to enhance our service delivery, reaching out to our community differently & more effectively, & engaging our supporters & community to change the conversation about dv & abuse 💌 FearIsNotLove.ca

We’re extending a huge thank you to The Iris Project & @YouthCentralYYC for their kindness in thinking of us! 💕 💌 For more information about our programs, services and resources available to all individuals and families that are impacted by abuse, visit FearIsNotLove.ca

✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨ Safety & Repair Workshop 🗓 April 8 & 9 ⏰ @ 8:30AM - 4:30PM 🎟️ Registration Details: COMING SOON 💌 Contact: hello@menand.ca *Hosted in partnership by Men &, @counselling_ab @YYC_counselling @fear_isnotlove and Forge Centre for Dignity-Driven Leadership

At FearIsNotLove, we believe it is important to work with and support all members of the family in creating a future for children where they are safe to be themselves, and where they do not feel afraid in their own homes 💕 💌 Visit FearIsNotLove.ca

✨JOIN OUR TEAM✨ Make a difference in our community💪 Be part of changing the conversation with us 🤝 Apply to join our team today! Every human has the right to feel safe, respected, supported & loved💜 💌 For more information & to apply, please visit ReachHire.ca/FearIsNotLove

This year’s Gala will be held at the newly expanded, world-class ✨BMO Event Centre at Stampede Park ✨🥳 🎇 Thursday, May 8, 2025 @ 5:30 PM 📍 BMO Event Centre at Stampede Park: Champion Ballroom, 1912 Flores LaDue Parade SE 🎟 Link to purchase tickets: FearIsNotLove.ca/event/turning-…

✨ February is Black History Month ✨ Each February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and celebrations that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada and their communities. 💌 Visit FearIsNotLove.ca

FearIsNotLove serves anyone of all ages experiencing domestic violence and abuse. We’re here to help 💜 💌 If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or abuse, contact us at (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or help@fearisnotlove.ca

A powerful video from @whiteribbon that’s changing the conversation about online influences, & the hate & violence being glamorized online for boys & men. Let’s help create healthier & safer spaces for all. Every human has the right to feel safe, respected, supported & loved 💜

At FearIsNotLove, we provide our services to anyone experiencing abuse & actively work to serve our community. All individuals can access our programs & services. We’re here to help 💜 📞 (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or help@fearisnotlove.ca

Are you worried about how your behaviours are impacting your close relationships? 🤔 💌 If you are using abuse and are looking to change, contact our Men’s Counselling Service team at (403) 299-9680 to be connected with a therapist 💜

We are proud to be one of the partner agencies working together in this unique program to help keep those impacted by domestic violence and abuse in our community safe 🤝💕 Equally Safe by @CalgaryPolice @fear_isnotlove @YWcalgary @AwoTaan1 @CIWA_yyc 🌐 Calgary.ca/CPS/community-…

💌 If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, or you are using abuse and want to change, please contact our free 24-hour Connect Domestic Violence and Abuse Helpline at (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or email help@fearisnotlove.ca for judgement free support 💜

Resistance is often subtle, but there nonetheless 💜 Unfortunately, a lot of myths, assumptions and stereotypes exist about domestic violence and abuse. It’s important to educate yourself with the facts and truth about abuse. 💌 Learn more at: FearIsNotLove.ca/myths-about-ab…

💜 We know youth may be experiencing struggles in their close relationships and may feel like they would like to talk to someone about these challenges. We offer youth aged 12 and over access to judgment-free counselling in schools 💕 💌 Visit FearIsNotLove.ca

Our goal is to help people to have violence-free lives and to live without fear 💜 We are looking for people who want to be part of changing the conversation about domestic violence and abuse💕 🌐 Apply to become part of our team. Visit: ReachHire.ca/FearIsNotLove

🗣LANGUAGE MATTERS⚠️ It’s important to be aware of misleading words, ideas and phrases which are commonly used in the public discourse when describing incidents of dv. Everyone deserves to be safe, respected, supported, and loved. 💜 💌(403) 234-7233 or help@fearisnotlove.ca

DID YOU KNOW? 🔍 The Calgary Police Service responded to more than 23,000 domestic violence related calls in 2023, more than 2 calls per hour every day. 💌 Contact us at: (403)-234-SAFE (7233) or email help@fearisnotlove.ca. ☎️ If you are danger, please call 911

We believe kids should be kids The Children’s Activity Centre within the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter provides a blend of structured and child-led play, encouraging children to explore & express themselves in a way that responds to their emotional and developmental needs.