Colchester Sexual Assault Centre - CSAC

04/15/2026

Looking for support after sexualized violence? CSAC is here for you.
Curious about how to seek help or support someone who’s been affected by sexualized violence? We understand that reaching out can be intimidating, so here’s what you can expect:

Confidential Intake – Supportive and non-judgmental guidance.

Listening Ear – We’re here to hear your story when you’re ready.

Tailored Support – Counseling, advocacy, and community connections.

Ongoing Care – We’re with you at every step of your healing journey.

Your healing is important to us. Reach out today and let us support you.

04/14/2026

04/07/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At the Colchester Sexual Assault Centre, this month is not just about awareness—it is about truth, accountability, and collective responsibility.

Every day, we support survivors whose lives have been altered by sexual violence. We witness their strength, their resilience, and their determination to reclaim safety, dignity, and control. But we also see the systems that continue to fail them—systems that minimize harm, shift blame, or remain silent.

Sexual violence is not rare. It is not misunderstood. It is not inevitable. It is preventable—and that means it is our responsibility.

Awareness must go beyond hashtags and statements. It must look like:
• Believing survivors the first time
• Teaching and modeling consent in our homes, schools, and communities
• Challenging harmful language, behaviors, and normalized violence
• Holding individuals and systems accountable, even when it is uncomfortable

At CSAC, we are committed to creating a community where survivors are supported without question, and where prevention is taken seriously—not just in April, but every single day.

To survivors: we see you, we believe you, and you are not alone.

To our community: this work belongs to all of us. Change happens when we choose it—together.

Here are links to our contacts.

https://www.colchestersac.ca

https://www.colchestersac.ca/request-an-appointment/

https://www.instagram.com/colchestersac/

02/05/2026

The Colchester Sexual Assault Centre is aware of recent media coverage related to sexual violence involving youth in our community.

At this time, our focus is on responding to the needs of individuals who may be impacted and ensuring that people know how to access safe, confidential support.

Sexual violence is never acceptable. Harm that occurs within peer groups or youth-serving environments can be deeply distressing, and those affected deserve care, dignity, and support. At CSAC, people who reach out to us will be treated with respect and be believed.

Our small team is working diligently to respond to inquiries and to support community members seeking assistance. As we prioritize intake and direct support, some education-related requests and general inquiries may take additional time to respond to. We appreciate the community’s patience as we redirect time and resources to meet emerging needs.

How to seek support

CSAC offers confidential, trauma-informed support to individuals impacted by sexual violence. Services are available to people of all genders, including youth aged 13 and older.

People can reach out in the way that feels safest for them:
Voicemail, iMessage or SMS: 902-897-4366
Email: director@colchestersac.ca
Website: https://www.colchestersac.ca/request-an-appointment/

We recognize that situations like this can affect not only those directly impacted, but also families, caregivers, educators, and young people across our community. CSAC remains committed to survivor-centred care, prevention, and ongoing community efforts to reduce harm and strengthen safety.

Request an Appointment We’re here to help. If you would like to meet with one of our Counseling Therapists, please fill out the following form with the requested details and we will contact you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment. If you have not received a response within 24 hours, ple...

02/05/2026

📢 We’re Hiring at Colchester Sexual Assault Centre

We’re pleased to share that Colchester Sexual Assault Centre is hiring a Community Programs and Intake Coordinator, a role that has historically been central to service access, coordination, and community engagement at CSAC.

Over the past year, our priority has been to protect the continuity of our core services while working intentionally toward greater organizational stability. We are grateful to now be in a position to re-establish this cornerstone role and strengthen the infrastructure that supports both people impacted by sexual violence and our broader community.

This position plays an important role in supporting intake flow, community education, and connections to services, and reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainable, client-centred, trauma-informed care.

If this role feels aligned for you, or for someone in your network, we encourage you to learn more or share. 💜

Colchester Sexual Assault Centre

11/06/2025

Thank you to our long-time referral partner, Third Place Transition House, and all other agencies in our community who work tirelessly to address the epidemic of intimate partner violence within our province.

Domestic violence and sexual violence are deeply connected forms of harm, both rooted in power and control. In Nova Scotia, where rates of intimate partner violence remain among the highest in the country, we can’t address one without naming the other. Every act of coercion, fear, or violation stems from the same attempt to take away another person’s safety and autonomy. Real change begins when we stop separating these experiences and confront the full reality of violence in our communities.

November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Canada. Throughout this month, communities across Nova Scotia take part in the Purple Ribbon Campaign and the 16 Days of Activism, coming together to raise awareness, learn, and take action to end violence.

At THANS, this work continues every day as we support our members and prevention efforts across the province.

Stay tuned for information about community events, campaigns, and learning opportunities happening across Nova Scotia this month. 💜

11/06/2025

We want to take a moment to thank our community for your patience and understanding. It’s been a busy season of transition and growth for our Centre. Right now, our small but mighty team is focused on delivering our core programming and therapy services while we rebuild internal capacity.

As a result, response times for general inquiries and outreach may take a little longer than usual. We know this can be frustrating, and we deeply appreciate your patience and continued support as we work to strengthen our operations for the long term.

For intake related inquiries - our clinical therapy team has space available and is ready to help. If you’re trying to get in touch or need assistance, please email director@colchestersac.ca or text 902-897-4366 directly - this ensures your message reaches us as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your support as we continue to provide vital, trauma-informed support for people impacted by sexual violence in Colchester County and beyond.

11/06/2025

We want to take a moment to thank our community for your patience and understanding. It’s been a busy season of transition and growth for our Centre. Right now, our small but mighty team is focused on delivering our core programming and therapy services while we rebuild internal capacity.

As a result, response times for general inquiries and outreach may take a little longer than usual. We know this can be frustrating, and we deeply appreciate your patience and continued support as we work to strengthen our operations.

At this time, our services remain appointment-based and primarily virtual. While we are not a crisis service, we are here to provide on-going therapeutic support and a safe place for healing. If you wish to meet in person with our Executive Director, tour the Centre, or access our resource library, please email director@colchestersac.ca.

For intake related inquiries - our clinical therapy team has space available and is ready to help. If you’re trying to get in touch or need assistance, please email director@colchestersac.ca or text 902-897-4366 directly - this ensures your message reaches us as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your support as we continue to provide vital, trauma-informed support for people impacted by sexual violence in Colchester County and beyond.

06/30/2025

Please note - the centre will be closed for the long weekend, reopening July 2nd!

06/30/2025

Please note - the Centre will be closed for the long weekend, returning July 2nd!

06/23/2025

We are holding our Annual General Meeting tomorrow at 5:00PM at 35 Comercial Street, Suie 208.

For more info email : director@colchstersac.ca