Emergency Shelter

Who…

Women (at DWS women includes both transgender and cisgender women) and their children who have experienced violence or homelessness in Dawson City, Yukon.

What…

Dawson Women’s Shelter is more than just a bed. We try our best to create a space that is homey and welcoming.

We truly believe that survivors are the experts of their own lives. As staff we are here to support your decisions.

While staying with us you have the option of:

• Supportive listening and validation from trained staff

• Safety planning

• Access to food and personal supplies - toiletries, menstrual supplies, bedding, and more

• Help finding your new home

• Access to resources and referrals

• Confidentiality

• Support finding a safe place for your pet

When…

24 hours a day. 7 days a week.

How…

To stay at Dawson Women’s Shelter, please call - 867.993.5086.

DWS is located in self-governing Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Territory (Dawson City, Yukon).

If you are in Dawson Creek and need support, Mizpah Transition House is the domestic violence shelter in Dawson Creek, BC:

• 250.782.9176

• mizpah@spcrs.ca

• sprcrs.ca