Domestic abuse help when you are separating (Canada)
Reviewed 19 September 2026 · Canada · signposting, not legal or financial advice
Canada has no single national adult abuse line; the federal government keeps a list of provincial lines. In Ontario the Assaulted Women’s Helpline is open 24 hours on 1-866-863-0511. In an emergency call 911.
Family violence changes what is expected of you: mediators screen for it, legal aid is usually available, and courts can make restraining orders. A helpline can explain the order in your province.
Where to get help
Government of Canada: family violence services by province Visit › The federal list of crisis lines and services in every province and territory. Canada Assaulted Women’s Helpline (Ontario) Visit › 24-hour crisis line with counselling, safety planning and referrals; text #SAFE. Phone: 1-866-863-0511. Canada Kids Help Phone Visit › Free, confidential 24-hour support for children and young people. Phone: 1-800-668-6868. CanadaThe basics in Canada
Sources checked September 2026. Government pages change; the links go to the official page for the latest.
How it usually works
Whatever route you take, a calm shared record helps. ParenThing keeps messages, the calendar, costs and handovers in one private place both parents can see, and your data is held in the EU. See how it works for Canadian families.
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