Know Your Rights

You do not have to navigate this alone. You have a right to support and help from others. Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey is one place where you can receive the help you need. For legal support, please view the below resources for education and free legal counsel options. Contact us if you would like further assistance.

Click here for a legal rights handbook for women experiencing abuse.

Resources

Family Law Education for Women (FLEW)

Find webinars, articles and legal assistance in 14 languages. Topics ranging from Child Protection, Child Support, Child Custody, to Domestic Contracts and more.

Luke’s Place

‘Improving the safety & experience of women & their children as they proceed through the family law process after leaving an abusive relationship.’

Visit Luke’s Place online for access to legal information sessions or to connect with free legal services.

Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO)

‘CLEO produces clear, accurate and practical legal information to help people understand and exercise their legal rights.’

Legal Aid Ontario

Find support for criminal and family law, as well as regarding domestic violence and mental health.