Victoria Women's Transition House Society
The Victoria Women's Transition House Society is a Canadian nonprofit organization operating in Victoria, British Columbia, focused on supporting individuals affected by intimate partner violence. Founded in 1974, it originated from the Victoria Women's Centre, which emerged from grassroots efforts by the University of Victoria Women’s Caucus and the Status of Women Action Group[2]. Initially established as a drop-in and resource center, the society opened its first emergency shelter for women fleeing abuse that same year[2].

Services
The society provides emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis support, counseling, and specialized programs for children impacted by violence[1][4]. It serves women, including transgender women, Two-Spirit, and non-binary individuals, with or without children[3]. Community education initiatives include workshops on gender-based violence, elder abuse prevention, and training for service providers[3].

Historical Growth
From a single shelter in a repurposed home, the organization expanded significantly after a 1991 capital campaign funded a $500,000 purpose-built facility[2]. By the 2020s, it operated five facilities and employed over 70 staff alongside numerous volunteers[2].

Programs and Outreach
Beyond crisis intervention, the society assists survivors with housing applications, legal aid navigation, and connections to childcare resources[3]. Its advocacy emphasizes systemic change to eliminate intimate partner violence[4].

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[1] https://www.transitionhouse.net [2] https://www.transitionhouse.net/about-us/our-history/ [3] https://bc.211.ca/agency-details/victoria-womens-transition-house-society-9490125/ [4] https://www.instagram.com/victoriawth/ [5] https://cridge.org/transition-house-for-women/