While the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented, for women and their children living with abuse, it is similar in some ways to when natural disasters occur—because when uncertainty, anxiety and instability…
At Nellie’s, we’re proudly celebrating International Women’s Day It’s about fighting for equality. It’s about celebrating achievements. It’s about applauding girl power. International Women’s Day is celebrated every year in…
On behalf of Nellie’s Board of Directors, along with the Management team and staff of Nellie’s, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Jyoti Singh as the Executive Director…
Back in 2006, when I took on the position of Executive Director of Nellie’s, I had two dreams for our future—to move the shelter into a new space and to…
We couldn’t do it without you! Thank you to our generous donors Here at Nellie’s, we are forever grateful for the generosity of our donors near and far. It’s because…
Board member profile: Meet Suzanne Johnson working to improve social justice for all Suzanne Johnson is a single mother to seven-year-old Tate who lives with special needs, a criminal defense…
Nellie’s Board of Directors is comprised of incredible women in our community who are passionate about ending violence against women and children. At our AGM in September, Charrissa Klander, our…
New Strategic Plan helps Nellie’s take brave steps towards the future Our job at Nellie’s is to make sure the most vulnerable people in our society don’t fall through the…
Government invests $12 million but additional funds still needed: On July 15, the Ontario Government announced a capital investment of $12 million to Nellie’s Shelter, making it possible for us…
Forty-five years ago, Nellie’s opened its doors as one of the first women’s shelters in Toronto. As the city has changed, so has Nellie’s. What was a shelter of 16…
