Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) exists to support people impacted by sexual violence & engage communities to promote & uphold a culture of consent 🌈
We're hiring adult counsellors to join our clinical team!
SACE offers:
☑️A competitive salary commensurate with accreditation;
☑️A four-day work week;
☑️Full health benefits paid by SACE for staff and dependents + more!
Apply today at .
#yeg
#yegJobs
SACE is disappointed that the Chief of Staff for
@NACMilliken
Minister of Mental Health & Addictions advised an hour ago that he is no longer available to meet with our CEO
@MJLJ3
and Dr.
@shazmamithani
tomorrow to discuss our funding situation. 1/2
We were invited to “try again in the future.” Very upsetting that this issue isn’t important enough for him to make time for SACE. We hope we can count on the meeting that Premier Smith suggested soon. 2/2
#ableg
Now more than ever, we need to speak up and out against 2SLGBTQIA+ hate, stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary youth, and show our support for sexual health education in schools. Read our full statement below.
#yeg
#ProtectTransKids
#TransRightsAreHumanRights
🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
We are so inspired by the folks at
@BloomCookieCo
who have found a way to turn an awful situation into something positive.
This Valentine's Day, purchase some delicious cookies for a loved one -- or yourself! -- and $5 will be donated to SACE.
#yeg
Ok, serious talk for a sec. Recently a man called our shop and made some disgusting and lewd comments to our staff member. It left us feeling super vulnerable and helpless, especially when closing at night. 1/6
Big thanks to
@HeavyHockeyNet
and Oilers Girls Night, everyone who participated in the hockey game and events, bought raffle tickets and auction items, and supported SACE! We are grateful and humbled by the community's outpouring of love and support.💜
#HHS24
#WeR4SACE
#OilGN24
Happy
#PrideMonth
! 🏳️🌈 Our team was at the
@FruitLoopYEG
Pride Block Party last Saturday! We chatted with many lovely folks, including MLA
@JanisIrwin
, about SACE and our new online course Sexual Violence + the 2SLGBTQ+ Community. Sign up at .
#yegPride
Thank you to everyone involved in the Heavy Hockey Showdown 2024 fundraiser for SACE last weekend! Your generosity has made a significant impact in our community and those impacted by sexual violence. Also, congrats to the WestJet raffle winner Clement Teng!
#HHS24
#yeg
Coming soon! Our public ed team is creating a new series of online courses for junior high students (grades 7 to 9). These courses will cover topics like sexual harassment, sexual assault and consent, & non-consensual photo sharing. Stay tuned to find out more!
#yeg
#SaceEd
Big thanks to everyone who helped organize and participate in the Heavy Hockey Showdown this weekend! Your generosity is making a real difference in our community and people impacted by sexual violence.💜 Donate to this fundraiser until Mar. 2!
#yeg
#yegbiz
I'm on the last leg home!! We are still aiming to hit $50k for
@sacetalks
In order to do this, I may have a donor that will match the next $5k in donations we can get!! If someone has a company willing to donate $5k please reach out. Or enough personal donations.
Donate here:
In case you need to hear this today: what happened to you was not your fault. The SACE Support & Info Line is available daily at 780.423.4121 from 9 am to 9 pm.
#EndSexualViolence
#IBelieveYou
#Edmonton
Today marks the beginning of Sexual Violence Awareness Month in Canada! Consider joining us for
#WeBelieveBenefit
on May 23rd with keynote speaker Tarana Burke! Tickets on Eventbrite: . Stay tuned for info about other excellent events!
#SVAM2018
#SAAM2018
Congratulations and shout out to SACE supporter Megan! 🎉
Megan was the lucky winner selected for the 50/50 raffle draw for the Heavy Hockey and Oilers Girls Night fundraisers for SACE in March.
Congrats again! 💜
#OilGN23
#HeavyHockey23
#WeR4SACE
In case you need to hear this today: what happened to you was not your fault. The SACE Support & Info Line is available daily at 780.423.4121 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
#EndSexualViolence
#IBelieveYou
#Edmonton
On Dec. 6, 1989, 14 women at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal were murdered in an act of gender-based violence.
On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women we remember them and pledge to take action against misogyny, sexism and hate.
#myactionsmatter
Oct 4 is
#SistersInSpirit
Day. Today we honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit, and LGBTQQIA+ People (MMIWG2S+) and support grieving families and loved ones. Read more at .
#SISVigils
#MMIWG2S
#NoMoreStolenSisters
We believe it's essential that we validate the lives of trans, Two-Spirit, gender-diverse, & non-binary folks. An easy way to do that is by respecting a person's pronouns. Check out this article on gender neutral pronouns for
#PronounsDay
.
#saceEd
#LGBTQ2S
People-first language or person-first language means referring to a person before describing their behaviour or condition. This doesn't always resonate with everyone. It's always best to follow the lead of the person you're engaging with. Read more at .
03/20/20 update:
We have made the very difficult decision to close down our physical office as of today, until further notice. During this time, our staff will still be working remotely from home, and can be reached through email.
(THREAD: click for support options)
On March 10th, March On Edmonton Collective is hosting MeToo Rally - Moving Beyond the Hashtag. Consider joining them and help
#YEG
move
#BeyondTheHashTag
!
Today on
#RedDressDay
, and during Sexual Violence Awareness Month, we honour and remember all Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People. Let's raise our voices and demand justice for those lost and affected by this ongoing genocide.
#SVAM
#MMIWG2S
Edmontonians are invited to join this year’s Okîsikow (Angel) Way Day event tomorrow Tuesday, June 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m at 101A Ave & 97 Street. Learn more at .
#yeg
#yegEvents
On Feb. 14, Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit peoples and their allies take to the streets to honour the thousands of lives that have murdered or have gone missing. Read our CEO's message of support on our website:
Artwork by
@Cree8Dawn
#MMIWG2S
Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day to our Indigenous staff, volunteers, clients, and community members! We encourage our followers to consider supporting Indigenous organizations, groups and collectives in amiskwaciwâskahikan today and every day.
#NIPD2023
#NIHM2023
#yeg
We want to send a big THANK YOU and shout out to the
@period_priority
Project, who graciously donated 400 menstrual products to SACE clients in need. Learn more about this important initiative at . 💜
🏳️🌈 Happy
#PrideMonth
from SACE! Our public ed team members will be at a couple of Pride events starting this Saturday, June 3 for
@FruitLoopYEG
's Pride Block Party and June 10 at
@fyrefly_ua
's Mayor's Pride Brunch. Drop by and say hello! 🏳️🌈
#yegNonProfit
#yegPride
May 5 is
#RedDressDay
. We wear red and remember those that are missing, have been killed, send love to their families, friends, and communities. We all have a role to play in combating violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people.
#NoMoreStolenSisters
#MMIWG2S
We believe that education is a crucial component of preventing sexual violence, empowering individuals to make informed choices, and fostering a culture of respect and consent. Read our full statement below.
#SaceEd
#ConsentEducation
#EndSexualViolence
May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM) in Alberta.
#SVAM
is an annual event to raise awareness about sexual violence and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. Follow along as we share facts, resources & events throughout May.
#EndSexualViolence
#OneGoodSACE
is our first-ever virtual fundraiser with special guests Great Big Sea’s
@seanmccannsings
& Andrea Aragon! Connect with community while enjoying a night of singing, sharing & surviving. Can't make it? Buy 50/50 tix! Learn more
#yeg
#yeg5050
In 2018, almost 100 SACE volunteers donated over 8,000 hours of their time & energy, and answered approximately 2,200 Support and Information Line calls!
#saceVOLS
Bear Clan Beaver Hills House has organized a
#RedDressDay
walk from Churchill Square to Beaver Hills House Park starting at 10 a.m. tomorrow, May 5. Visit their Facebook event page for more information .
#NoMoreStolenSisters
#MMIWG2S
#yegEvents
Thanks to everyone for the support, donations, singing and love shared last Friday at our virtual fundraiser
#OneGoodSACE
with
@seanmccannsings
& Andrea Aragon. We're happy to announce that we met our fundraising goal to get our very own SACE facility dog! 1/3
Experiences of sexual violence are not limited to one gender. A huge thank-you to
@ctvedmonton
for coming to SACE and talking with us about how sexual violence and
#MeToo
impact men.
Positivity is a powerful tool, however when someone comes to you seeking support, they are likely needing validation that their negative feelings are OK. This link discusses how to express empathy when people in your life are needing support.
#support
“I reported (my childhood sexual abuse) four years ago while already being a lawyer. I’ve been asked the question, ‘What took so long?’ The answer is, I did what I could, when I could.” - Pierre Asselin
Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence is the first of its kind in Canada. SACE is proud to partner on this important initiative, which will provide people who have been impacted by sexual violence with support and info, no matter where they are in the province.
#ibelieveyou
In Alberta our arms are open to individuals who have been impacted by sexual violence
Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence is available 7 days a week, 9am - 9pm. Text, talk or chat with specialized support providers
1-866-403-8000
#ArmsOpen
#IBelieveYou
What an incredible fundraising collaboration on both events. THANK YOU and congrats to all the folks involved with
#OilGN23
and
#HeavyHockey23
and everyone who supported SACE! Our hearts are full!💜💜💜
Good new story! We,
#OilGN23
and
#HeavyHockey23
, banded together to raise money for
@sacetalks
.
We set out as a group to raise $25K in a very short timeline....AND
#LetsGoOilers
fans! WE DID IT!
Total raised: $25,767
Please read thread:
Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of gender. SACE offers a men's group (trans inclusive) for adult men who are survivors of sexual abuse or assault. Learn more
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#yegCounselling
An incredible spoken word performance by
@nasRAD
, youth poet laureate Edmonton, and Lady Vanessa Caicedo Cardona, Canadian Individual Slam Champion!
🌟 ✨ "I am the seed of a dream that only needs wind to survive... I am already my own medicine" ✨ 🌟
The SACE Support & Information Line is available for anyone impacted by sexual violence, including supporters, from 9 am to 9 pm daily. Call 780.423.4121.
#SACEfacts
#yeg
It's happening! SACE is Moving to the Centre! 🎉
SACE will be moving to our new location at Princeton Place later this month. We will be closed from Wed, July 19 to Tues, July 25, to facilitate a smooth transition.
Read more at .
#Edmonton
#yeg
#CentreSACE
Walking alone at night does not cause sexual assault, people who choose to sexually assault do. Read more about victim blaming from our friends over at
@calgarycasa
.
#Support
SACE is thrilled to announce our first-ever virtual fundraising event, One Good Reason to Support SACE: A Night of Singing, Sharing, and Surviving with Séan McCann and Andrea Aragon on Sept. 18, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. MST. Get your tickets now:
@seanmccannsings
In case you need to hear this today: what happened to you was not your fault. The SACE Support & Info Line is available to you at 780.423.4121 from 9 am to 9 pm daily.
#EndSexualViolence
#IBelieveYou
#Edmonton
The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) unequivocally stands with all survivors of sexual violence.
We believe and support all survivors regardless of background, religion, gender, sexuality, and age and condemn any forms of hate and discrimination.
The date of “We Believe: Let’s Move Forward Together” with Keynote Speaker Tarana Burke has been moved to May 23. We are so excited that no other details of the event have changed. Tickets available at
Long before Canada was formed, the land we reside on was home to many Indigenous Peoples and nations. Today, we encourage our non-Indigenous community members to reflect on Canada’s history as a colonial state and show solidarity with the original people of this land.
In June we celebrated SACE volunteers with a volunteer appreciation event at Plaza Bowling! 🎳 Without their tireless support & dedication, SACE would not be able to operate to the capacity and standard of excellence it does. Thank you, volunteers! 💜
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#yegNonProfit
Check out this comprehensive Sexual Violence Handbook that was created by University of Alberta students Simran Dhillon and Japkaran Saroya.
#CommunityResource
#EndSexualViolence
ICYMI: Wîwîp’son Healing from Sexual Trauma Circle for Indigenous Women begins this fall on Sept. 6! This group is for Indigenous women (trans-inclusive) who have experienced sexual violence and will run in person weekly for 10 weeks. Learn more at .
#yeg
May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM) in Alberta. The High Level Bridge will be teal tonight to kick off this special awareness month!
Stay tuned for more events, resources, and how you can bring awareness to sexual violence.
@aasasmembership
#SVAM
#LightTheBridge
#yeg
Over the weekend the first national monument created to honor survivors of sexual abuse, the Monument Quilt, was displayed in front of the White House. "We are creating a new culture where survivors are publicly supported, rather than publicly shamed."
Today is International Women's Day, a day to reflect on our role, locally and globally, in ensuring that women, including trans women and cis women, have equitable access to opportunities. To learn more: .
#IWD2018
#PressForProgress
“At SACE, we work tirelessly every day to not only support survivors, but in educating our community and building a culture where the conversations are focused on the inexcusable choices and behaviour of perpetrators, and not on the behaviour of survivors.”
@MJLJ3
As we approach the end of our 45th year, we are reflecting on everyone who has helped SACE evolve into a full-service organization. Today, we are excited to release a video to commemorate our organization’s 45th anniversary.
#GivingTuesdayCA
#YegGives
Want to learn how to be a good support for people impacted by sexual trauma? Here's a short how-to video about supportive listening to get you started!
#SupportingSurvivors
#SACE
is proud to announce the Wîwîp’son Healing from Sexual Trauma Circle for Indigenous Women, a closed, no-fee group counselling program intended for people ages 18+ who self-identify as Indigenous women (Two-Spirit and trans inclusive). Learn more:
The Gender Unicorn is a fun way to explain gender identity, gender expression, physical/emotional attraction, and more created by
@transstudent
. They even have printable colouring sheets! Visit to learn more. 🦄 🏳️🌈
#2SLGBTQ
#yegPride
#yeg
May 17 is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. SACE remains committed to ending homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia, which are root causes of sexual violence.
@may17org
#IDAHOBIT2023
#IDAHOTB
#SVAM
SACE is looking at adding a Facility Dog to our team & we are hoping to hear from our community! Do you have any recommendations for friendly breeds, breeders that raise therapy dogs, or organizations that certify handlers & dogs? Comment, send us a message, or call. Thank you!
If you're in
#YEG
, be sure to check out the High Level Bridge this evening. It will be lit up in orange in recognition of Sexual Exploitation Awareness Week.
#SVAM
With recent events regarding the traumas of the Residential Schools, SACE wants Indigenous community members to know that you are not alone. Visit for more information and events happening this week. We've also included support options to consider.
#yeg
5 Minute Friend is an interactive and industry-specific sexual violence response and bystander intervention training for folks working in nightlife and hospitality environments. To discuss booking this training, email education
@sace
.ca.
#saceED
If looking for ways to support funding to decrease wait times at sexual assault centres in Alberta, the Government of Alberta is looking for feedback on the upcoming 2018 budget! Survey open until Feb 2! Visit !
#SupportSurvivorsAB
#ABLeg
@aasasmembership
April 16, 2020 update:
The SACE physical office may be closed, but we are still offering services to people who have been impacted by sexual violence.
(THREAD: click for information on current SACE services and other support options)
"You feel like shit" is an interactive
#SelfCare
guide which asks nonjudgmental questions such as "have you eaten in the last 24 hours?" and prompts you to do small acts to take care of your emotional & physical well-being.
@sacetalks
needs ongoing funding to make a meaningful impact on their now 15 month wait list. I cannot begin to imagine how hard is it on people who need that support to be told they have to wait 15 months to get it. That’s not right. Survivors deserve better.
#ableg
#abpoli
This could be you! Tickets for the 2024
@HeavyHockeyNet
+
#OilGN24
50/50 raffle are going fast! Tickets start at $5, with a potential jackpot of $20,000! Winner gets half!🌟Proceeds go to SACE services and people impacted by sexual violence. Buy🎟️at .
#yeg
Congratulations and shout out to SACE supporter Megan! 🎉
Megan was the lucky winner selected for the 50/50 raffle draw for the Heavy Hockey and Oilers Girls Night fundraisers for SACE in March.
Congrats again! 💜
#OilGN23
#HeavyHockey23
#WeR4SACE
We recently received a very generous donation from Walmart Canada through their Regional Grant program!
From the bottom of our hearts and on behalf of every single client we support, thank you so very, very much. 💜
#DidYouKnow
consent can be withdrawn at any time? Consent must be confirmed every step of the way and it's okay for someone to change their mind - even in the middle of sexual activity.
#saceED
LGBTQ2S+ communities are often the target of sexual violence and/or marginalization by others because of homophobia, transphobia, biphobia, misogyny, and other forms of discrimination. Learn more at and select the topic LGBTQ2S+.
#SaceEd
#YegNonProfit
On
#RedDressDay
, we honour and remember all Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People. Let's raise our voices and demand justice for those no longer with us and those affected by this ongoing genocide.
#NoMoreStolenSisters
#MMIWG2S
#SVAM
We recently received funding from
@theECF
to create a new Community Counselling program! We'll be bridging supports by providing social work services on-site at agencies serving immigrant and refugee, Indigenous and LGBTQ2S+ communities in
#yeg
. More: