York Region Centre for Community Safety

York Region Centre for Community Safety YRCCS provides a collaborative hub of services to individuals affected by domestic violence. Vision: Build a safer community for those affected by violence.

Values: We value accountability, communication an solution focused collaboration in our delivery of client centered services. We recognize the importance of integrity, inclusivity and respect within the organization to make a meaningful difference.

For survivors of intimate partner violence, a higher hope score is associated with: greater emotional resilience, increa...
01/20/2026

For survivors of intimate partner violence, a higher hope score is associated with: greater emotional resilience, increased likelihood of seeking support or leaving abusive situation, and better mental health outcomes and recovery.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Children don’t have to be physically harmed to be deeply affected. Witnessing violence against their mother can cause th...
01/19/2026

Children don’t have to be physically harmed to be deeply affected. Witnessing violence against their mother can cause the same emotional and behavioral impacts as physical abuse.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Practicing and roleplaying a safety plan with your children helps ensure that they know how to respond during a violent ...
01/15/2026

Practicing and roleplaying a safety plan with your children helps ensure that they know how to respond during a violent incident and can stay as safe as possible.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

This is often part of the “honeymoon phase” in abusive relationships. Recognizing this pattern helps in understanding th...
01/14/2026

This is often part of the “honeymoon phase” in abusive relationships. Recognizing this pattern helps in understanding that gifts or apologies do not erase abusive behaviour and are often used to maintain power and control in the relationship.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Financial abuse is domestic violence can look like controlling money, taking paychecks, blocking access to bank accounts...
01/13/2026

Financial abuse is domestic violence can look like controlling money, taking paychecks, blocking access to bank accounts, or forcing debt. If someone controls your finances to control you, that’s abuse — and it’s not your fault.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Overall, the stat shows that spousal violence isn’t evenly experienced—it is shaped by age, disability, cultural context...
01/12/2026

Overall, the stat shows that spousal violence isn’t evenly experienced—it is shaped by age, disability, cultural context, and relationship type, revealing important social inequalities and the need for targeted support and prevention.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

This can look like refusing medical care, ignoring illness or injury, controlling resources like food or medication, or ...
12/23/2025

This can look like refusing medical care, ignoring illness or injury, controlling resources like food or medication, or using emotional withdrawal to punish or control. Neglect a harmful tactic that puts a partner at risk and reinforces power and control.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Our office will be closed for in-person support starting Thursday December 25, 2025. Our office will reopen for in-perso...
12/23/2025

Our office will be closed for in-person support starting Thursday December 25, 2025.

Our office will reopen for in-person support on Monday, January 5, 2026. Our phone lines will remain open during this time, from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm, 7 days a week.

Please note, we are not a crisis centre. If you are facing an emergency, please call 911. If you are in crisis, please connect with a crisis line:

Assaulted Women’s Helpline (For women experiencing violence): 1-866-863-0511

310-COPE (For persons living in York Region, South Simcoe and North York who are having a mental health crisis): 1-855-310-2673

Fem'aide (For Francophone women experiencing violence): 1-877-336-2433

Talk4Healing (For Indigenous women): 1-888-200-9997

Women's Support Network (Sexual violence): 1-800-263-6734

Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline (For persons experiencing human trafficking): 1-833-900-1010

About 41% of women and 26% of men have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimat...
12/22/2025

About 41% of women and 26% of men have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime — and reported a related impact. This fact is a powerful reminder that intimate partner violence affects millions. Raising awareness, supporting survivors, and promoting healthy relationships are essential steps toward change.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

Taking precautions on public transit can help reduce the risk of being confronted or followed by an abuser. If you are c...
12/18/2025

Taking precautions on public transit can help reduce the risk of being confronted or followed by an abuser.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

In the context of intimate partner violence, humiliation or criticism by a partner in front of others is a form of emoti...
12/17/2025

In the context of intimate partner violence, humiliation or criticism by a partner in front of others is a form of emotional or psychological abuse.

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

This form of abuse can be just as damaging as physical violence and often occurs alongside other types of abuse. Psychol...
12/16/2025

This form of abuse can be just as damaging as physical violence and often occurs alongside other types of abuse. Psychological aggression can lead to long-term emotional harm, including anxiety, depression, fear, and a sense of powerlessness. It’s a serious form of intimate partner violence even if there are no physical injuries

If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced domestic/family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence and/or human trafficking, you are not alone. Please contact us at 905-836-7601, info@yrccs.ca, or www.yrccs.ca to get connected to a trained domestic violence Advocate and let us help. All our services are confidential.

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25 Deverill Court
Markham, ON
L6G0C7

Opening Hours

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

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+19058367601

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