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Help for Immigrants

FVPP BannerImmigrant women who are victims of domestic violence face special problems. Because of their different languages and cultures, they often feel isolated from other people. This is sometimes made worse by a violent spouse or partner, and they may not get any help from their cultural communities.

If you are a victim of family violence, you:

  • do not deserve to be abused
  • have the right to live without fear
  • have the right to control your own life and make your own decisions

Domestic violence is a crime in Canada and is NOT acceptable

Another kind of abuse immigrant women may face is threats to have them deported or their children taken away. This is mental abuse, often used to break down a woman’s self-confidence. 

Remember: Even if you are not a Canadian citizen, you do have rights while living in Canada. You do not have to put up with abuse of any kind.

All agencies funded through Family Violence Prevention Program (FVPP) work with newcomers and immigrants.

For more help, call:

Immigrant Women’s Counselling Services 204-940-2172  (Winnipeg)
A Woman’s Place - Legal Support and Services     204-940-2172 (Winnipeg)
Immigrant Women’s Association of Manitoba 204-989-5800 (Winnipeg)
Immigrant and Refugee Community  Organization of Manitoba (IRCOM) 204-943-8765 (Winnipeg)
Welcome Place – Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council 204-977-1000 (Winnipeg)

For more about services and resources for newcomers: click here.  Living in Manitoba: A Resource Guide for Immigrant Women is also available for downloading at this website. For a paper copy, call 204-945-6281; or toll free 1-800-263-0234; or contact the Manitoba Status of Women office at 409-401 York Avenue in Winnipeg

Without help, abusive relationships only get worse.

Help is available

Contact one of the resources (see link below) for more information and find out how to create your own protection plan. If you are in an abusive relationship, or you know someone who may be, call 1-877-977-0007.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911

Click here for information on creating a protection plan
Click here for a list of resources and supports in Manitoba