You are
not alone
We envision a world without violence against women and a world where women are safe and have easy access to basic needs for themselves and their children.
Need help?
If you’re experiencing a crisis, please know you’re not alone—CWCS is here for you with compassion and care. We’re ready to listen, support you, and help you find the resources and safety you need. You deserve to feel safe, heard, and supported every step of the way.
Who we are
Chestermere Women’s Crisis Society (CWCS) is a community-based non-profit dedicated to supporting women and families in crisis. We provide direct, wraparound services that prioritize safety, dignity, and empowerment.
Your donation goes a long way
Your Support Matters
At this time, CWCS is not accepting household item donations due to limited space.
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Vision Statement
A future where every person experiencing crisis has access to immediate support, long-term solutions, and a compassionate community dedicated to their well-being.
Mission Statement
Empowering individuals affected by crisis by providing compassionate support, resources, and advocacy to help them rebuild their lives with safety, dignity, and strength.
Mandate
The Chestermere Women’s Crisis Society (CWCS) is committed to supporting women and families in crisis through holistic, wraparound services that address their immediate and long-term needs. Our mandate is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed support across a continuum of care—including access to basic needs, emergency accommodations, advocacy, legal and court support, housing assistance, and community navigation. We are dedicated to empowering individuals by meeting them where they are, walking alongside them, and helping them build resilience, safety, and stability through personalized, connected, and collaborative support.
Core Values
1. Compassion & Respect
– We provide a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
2. Empowerment & Advocacy
– We equip individuals with the tools and support they need to rebuild their lives, regain independence, and reclaim their voices.
3. Collaboration & Community
– We foster strong partnerships with organizations, businesses, and community members to create a united front against adversity.
4. Safety & Confidentiality
– We prioritize the physical and emotional safety of all individuals seeking our support and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality.
5. Education & Awareness
– We work to raise awareness, challenge harmful narratives, and provide education on recognizing and preventing crisis.
6. Inclusivity & Accessibility
– We believe that everyone deserves access to support, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance.
Ways we help
Advocacy
Community Navigation
Domestic Violence Support
Essential Needs
Your generosity helps women and families
When you donate, CWCS is able to maximize our capacity to support our community programs and services.
Donation Options:
- One-time and recurring giving
- Corporate matching opportunities
- Host a fundraiser
- Gifts in Kind (services / expertise)
Secure donations via PayPal or send an eTransfer donation to info@cwcshelps.com
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CWCS is hosting Santa again this year at That Winter Thing. Even though this is a very busy time of year for him, he is looking forward to coming to Chestermere to see everyone. Tickets are now available through Rocky View Chestermere Agricultural Society. See you there!
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Choosing Safety, Finding Strength
She didn’t always recognize it as abuse.
It began with quiet criticism, small comments that made her doubt herself, long pauses of silence that felt like punishment.
Then came control — slowly at first.
Where she went.
Who she spoke to.
How much she could spend.
What she was “allowed” to feel.
Like so many, she kept hoping things would get better.
She kept explaining, trying harder, shrinking to keep the peace.
One evening, after a particularly frightening argument, she realized something —
strength isn’t always loud.
Sometimes, strength is a whisper inside you that says “this is not love.”
So she reached out.
Quietly. Carefully. Even nervously.
And she heard words she hadn’t heard in a long time:
“You’re not alone. You deserve safety. We will walk with you.”
With support, she created a safety plan.
She connected with resources, community, and care.
Step by step, she rebuilt her confidence.
Day by day, she remembered her worth.
Today, she is safe.
Healing. Growing. Reclaiming her life.
And now she says:
“I didn’t know where to start.
I just knew I couldn’t stay.
Reaching out didn’t make me weak —
it was the moment I became free.”
Her story is a reminder:
✨ Hope isn’t lost.
✨ Courage is quiet but powerful.
✨ Healing is possible — and you never have to walk it alone.
If you or someone you love needs support, we are here.
Always. 💛
📞 Need support? Looking for guidance? 403-775-2927
You don’t have to face it alone — help is here.
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