Transitional Housing

Are you experiencing violence and abuse? Do you need a safe place?

Transitional Housing is a safe space.

Single women or women with children can find safety from violence and abuse.
You can receive practical and emotional support.
You can get information about other resources.
Food, personal care items and emergency clothing are supplied.
You can take time to get information and make decisions.

The Cedars

The Cedars is a second-stage program that provides housing for people who identify as women (inclusive of cis, trans and non-binary women) and their children who are re-establishing themselves after abuse.

The Cedars has 7 units with a mix of 1 bedroom plus a loft, 2 bedroom, single loft and bachelorette suites in a central location.

Tenancies are up to 18 months during which residents are encouraged and supported to heal and grow through access to IWAV programs.

To apply for The Cedars, email cedars@iwav.org or call 250-931-2032.

The Transition House

The Transition House is a program that provides short term housing for people who identify as women (inclusive of cis, trans and non-binary women) and their children who are need a safe place to stay after experiencing violence or abuse.

The Transition House has rooms for single women or women and children, with 24/7 supportive staff on site.

Stays at the house can be from a few days to a month. Residents are supported in their decisions for next steps to move their lives forward.

Call the 24/7 Violence & Abuse Helpline:
Toll-free 1-877-435-7544 or
Local (250) 537-0735

Who can stay in transitional housing?

How can I get there?

For the Transition House, call the 24/7 Violence & Abuse Helpline:
Toll-free 1-877-435-7544 or Local (250) 537-0735
To apply for The Cedars, email cedars@iwav.org or call 250-931-2032.
REFER YOURSELF: Transition House staff will always want to speak to you directly so that you can let them know what you need. Someone who wants to help (a friend, family, social worker, police officer, etc.) may suggest you call us, but it’s always your choice when to call.

What should I pack?

Identification (driver’s license, passport, SIN card, BC ID, etc.)
Cash, bank card, credit card
Mobile phone
Medications
Keys to house, car, work, etc.
A protection order, peace bond, or custody order if in place
Children are welcome at the transition house — bring them if it’s safe for them and you to do so, and pack any medications and ID if possible