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Saskatoon Sexual Assault & Information Centre

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SSAIC exists to contend with sexualized violence and its effects upon individuals and the community.

SSAIC exists to contend with sexual violence and its effects upon individuals and the community. We aspire to a society where all may achieve their full potential free from sexualized violence in any form. We will focus our efforts in support of this mission by:

- Promoting the healing and empowerment of persons who have experienced sexualized violence
Increasing community awareness of sexualized violence and its effects
- Changing societal attitudes that perpetuate sexualized violence
- Strengthening collaboration among individuals and organizations working towards the elimination of sexualized violence
- Contributing to the development of social, legal and educational policies relating to the elimination of sexualized violence.

01/16/2026

Consent, boundaries, safety planning? SSAIC’s got you covered!🤝

We know teachers already have a lot on their plate, and we’re incredibly thankful for everything they do to support students. 🙌

That’s why SSAIC is here to support teachers by supporting students, helping take some of that weight off.

This 2026 school year, our abuse prevention programs, I’m the Boss of Me™ (Grades 3–5) and No Is a Full Sentence™ (Grades 7–9), are available for classroom bookings!

Each program is evidence-based, age-appropriate, and aligned with the Saskatchewan Health curriculum. They also come with a strong track record, having been delivered in numerous Saskatoon schools over the years.

At SSAIC, abuse prevention and trauma-informed education are our expertise. Our programs are delivered as full unit plans and focus on critical safety topics such as healthy relationships, boundaries, emotions, consent, and personal safety; all with the goal of keeping youth safe and informed!

If you think your classroom could benefit:

📩 I’m the Boss of Me™: itbom@ssaic.ca

📩 No Is a Full Sentence™: niafs@ssaic.ca

Cost - $150 per grade for
full curriculum + educator support

Learn more at ssaic.ca/public-ed

Prevention education is for everyone! Let’s support students together. 💛

01/15/2026

Forgiveness of your abuser is not a requirement of healing.

The only forgiveness required is to forgive yourself for ever thinking you were to blame.

They chose violence. You did not. So you are not obligated to do a darn thing that you don't want to do.

(If forgiveness is a personal healing goal for you, then we applaud that as well! We just want that to be your choice.)

Take it from us - forgiveness of the self is the only mandatory step.❤

01/14/2026

Trauma makes things hard. ❤️‍🩹

We put a lot of pressure on everyone to "stand up for themselves" when they are experiencing something unjust, but some folks are more practiced at this than others.

And other folks have received backlash for speaking out in the past.

Yet more folks are living in highly sensitized systems (read: traumatized bodies), and one of the most common trauma responses is to "freeze" or clam up, rather than fight by speaking up.

Not sure what we're talking about? Check out some of the resources in our Survivor's Toolkit (link in bio), particularly "Trauma and the Nervous System" and "Dissociation" to help expand your understanding.

If you struggle with the impacts of sexualized violence and are ready for some support, you can find us in person, over the phone, or through email at ssaic.ca.💓

01/13/2026

Just because you’re a kind person and feel bad for “wasting their time,” thought you “misled them,” or were told that you did; this is your reminder: you never owed them anything.❤

📱Matching with someone, messaging them, or going on a date does not create an obligation of sex.🚫

Whether dating in person or online, boundaries deserve to be respected, and consent must always be present.

You are allowed to change your mind.
You are allowed to listen to your body.
You are allowed to make decisions based on your own wants and needs.

Your comfort matters more than someone else’s expectations.
Consent is not assumed; it’s ongoing, enthusiastic, and freely given.

01/12/2026

Fawning is a trauma response where we people-please to earn others' approval, manage others' feelings, or avoid conflict.

It's our way of trying to navigate our environment or circumstances, or maintain connection in a relationship.

Sometimes, it develops in childhood as a defense mechanism, and these appeasing behaviours become a pattern designed to avoid or neutralize danger.

If being constantly alert or focused on keeping others happy helped you survive a past experience, then relaxing, feeling calm, or stopping people-pleasing can actually feel unsafe, even if you’re no longer in danger.

Our counsellors are here to help. SSAIC serves survivors of sexualized violence and their loved ones 100% free of charge. Connect with us over phone (306-244-2294) or email (intake@ssaic.ca).

Always remember that you are not broken, unworthy, or less than, and you deserve to be treated with love and respect.

01/08/2026

✨ Register today! ✨

SSAIC is offering trauma-informed yoga for survivors and secondary survivors of sexualized violence. 💜

These sessions are designed to support relaxation, mindfulness, and overall well-being. 🧘‍♀️🌿

Classes are facilitated by Steph Locke, a social worker with 20+ years of experience, a passion for holistic health care, and a strong background in trauma-informed yoga & yoga nidra. 🙏

🗓️ October–March
📍 Last Monday of each month
📌 YWCA Studio Room — 510 25 St E, Saskatoon, SK

👉 Find more information and register through the Linktree in our bio!

01/07/2026

Reporting and media coverage of sexualized violence can raise awareness, foster community, and support advocacy.

At the same time, it can also feel overwhelming and retraumatizing.

Both experiences are valid. How you consume the news, and how it makes you feel, is yours to hold.

If the ongoing news cycle surrounding sexualized violence has been feeling heavy lately, you are not alone.

Being informed about the world around you is one thing, but taking care of your wellbeing is another. 💙

If you ask us, taking care of yourself ranks top tier.

SSAIC's is always here to support you. You can contact our crisis line at anytime, 7 days a week 📞 (306)244-2294.

01/06/2026

Calling all mental health practitioners! We've got your professional development hours covered for 2026.

Counsellors, social workers, psychologists, mental health workers, youth care workers, and future professionals - yes we're talking to you!

Whether or not it's an area of focus in your practice, you *will* work with survivors of sexual assault, abuse, harassment, or trafficking (the statistics tell us that it is inevitable). Many of your clients won't disclose this to you immediately, but it is nonetheless an inherent part of their story.

Supporting Survivors of Sexualized Violence Training™ is a six-hour virtual course that will equip you the tools to respond ethically, compassionately, and confidently to survivors.

What to expect:
✍🏼 6 hours of continuing education
✍🏼 a Certificate of Completion
✍🏼 a printable digital Participant Workbook
✍🏼 tangible tools and skills to apply in your counselling practice
✍🏼 subject-matter expertise on the legal process and medical system through a survivor-focused lens
✍🏼 confidence in responding appropriately and empathetically to your clients

Not convinced yet? Here's what previous attendees had to say...

💬 "I really enjoyed the training and would highly recommend it for professional and personal reasons. I have definitely learned how to provide great support without bias."

💬"This presentation was amazing! Loved the interactive piece to it as well as the breakout rooms. The content was straightforward and helpful and I am super grateful for the other participant's contributions!"

Upcoming sessions:
📅 Tuesday, February 24th
📅 Wednesday, April 29th

Pricing:
💲 $190/person
🎓 Nonprofit/student pricing available

🔗 Register today at ssaic.ca/SST

01/05/2026

Don't miss out on the essentials! 📖

If you weren't able to join us for the first half of the year, we got you. Join us for our 2026 dates of ITBOM and NIAFS! ✨

I'm the Boss of Me is open to all students aged 8 - 11 (approximately Grade 3 - 5), while No is a Full Sentence is available to those 12 - 15 (approximately Grade 7 - 9) at a limited capacity.

Caregiver information sessions will also be offered in tandem with the youth sessions to better equip families in having these conversations and reinforcing these lessons in the home.

Sessions will be about 60 minutes in length, and participation of youth will be contingent on your support.

Find the QR codes on slide 6, or click the link in our bio to register you and your youth(s) for one of our upcoming sessions. You will receive an email confirmation from our team to confirm your registration. No preparation is required for these sessions.

If your looking for more information you can find all the essentials at ssaic.ca/public-ed/

We strongly believe in the life-saving content of our programs, and can’t wait to meet as many of you and your children as possible.

01/04/2026

On January 4th, 1983, the passing of Bill C-127 was accomplished. The Canadian Criminal Code exchanged the offence of r**e for the offence of sexual assault.

Because sexualized violence was legally referred to as the offence of r**e before 1983, its description had severely minimized offences that had taken place, as well as added to survivors' reluctance to report.

Due to sexualized violence being left unacknowledged, women were either silenced or stigmatized adding to survivors' shame and alienation.

Although there is still a lot of work to be done regarding the legal system and survivors of sexualized violence, today marks a win in the treatment of survivors, the inclination to report, and the prosecution of offenders.

The new legislation of sexual assault as an offence was advocated for by women's groups and other interest groups. Such advocacy aided in diminishing the pressure put on survivors, and more on law enforcement to question the perpetrators and investigate in ways that did not leave survivors feeling violated.

Let us use this day as a reminder of the importance of advocacy. The weight of trauma can be lifted with the support of others. Advocacy should not lie solely with the survivors themselves; change is made when we work together.

To help advocate for survivors, check out our website at https://ssaic.ca/
where you can find helpful resources and join our online learning workshops for tools and information on how to support survivors.

To find support for yourself or others, contact our main office number at 306-244-2294 or our 24-Hour Crisis Line at 306-244-2224

Address

#201/506 25th Street East
Saskatoon, SK
S7K4A7

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	1pm - 12pm
Friday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm

Website

http://bit.ly/NIAFSRegistration, http://bit.ly/ITBOMRegistration, http://www.ssaic.ca/

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75-80% of our clients experience sexualized violence at the hands of someone they know and trust—a family member, a co-worker, a romantic partner…can you imagine the pain and confusion that causes?

As Saskatoon’s major service provider to victims and survivors of sexual violence, we work with clients of all genders, races, religions, and romantic orientations to sort through the complex emotions of guilt, shame, and loss of self-esteem, in addition to life-altering consequences like dropping out of school, the inability to continue employment, and the loss of friends or family.

We don’t question the validity of a victim’s claims and we don’t push for the traumatic details. We let the client set the agenda and pace of their unique healing process.