Third Place Transition House for Truro, Colchester and East Hants

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We have an experienced staff team who are trained to work with women and children who have experienced abuse. Our staff are dedicated to ensuring that the needs of our clients are met with empathy, understanding and respect.

You can reach our Women’s Support Counsellors 24/7, 365 days a year by calling 902-893-3232 or toll free at 1-800-565-4878. They are able to provide supportive counselling, safety planning, referrals when you need them. If you are looking to access our shelter services, they can also assist you in making a plan to get out of your situation. You can also reach out via email at support@thirdplaceth.ca however this account is not monitored 24/7 so should not be used for immediate support services.

Our Outreach Worker is available Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You can reach her directly at 902-895-9740 or you can call our toll free number and we can pass your information along. You can also reach out to book an appointment via email at outreach@thirdplaceth.ca

Our Family Support Worker is also available Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You can reach her by calling 902-893-4844 / 902-893-3232 or by emailing at familysupport@thirdplaceth.ca  

Our Executive Director can be reached at 902-895-6489 or director@thirdplaceth.ca.

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Between 2009 and 2022, there were 1,223 victims of intimate partner homicide in Canada. A significant majority of these victims (79%) were women and girls. For support 24/7, call 211 Nova Scotia or 1-855-225-0220. You can seek support anonymously. In an emergency, call 911. Transition House Association of Nova Scotia ... See MoreSee Less
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"Come Together, Act Now" was the Government of Canada's theme for the 2024 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. During the 16 Days, our Family Support Worker attended Tatamagouche Regional Academy, Cobequid Educational Centre and South Colchester Academy, where students contributed to an art project in an effort to show support and raise awareness. We are so grateful that the Colchester-East Hants Public Library displayed our artwork! 💜On December 5th, our Community Engagement and Program Coordinator hosted a Recognizing Relationship Violence workshop that was attended by community members and service providers. On December 6th, The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in partnership with The Lotus Centre, we held a ceremony to honour those who have experienced gender-based violence and those we have lost to it.💜 We thank all who participated and/or supported in our initiatives during the 16 Days as we strive to change social norms, attitudes and behaviours that contribute to gender-based violence. ... See MoreSee Less
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Holiday To-Do list! You deserve a safe holiday season filled with peace and joy❤️🎄 ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s the final day of our Holiday Toy Drive! Head to Truro or Valley Home Hardware Building Centre to take an ornament off our tree, buy a gift for that child, and return the gift to our donation box displayed beside the tree! Third Place Staff will be present at the Robie Street location from 10:00am-3:00pm! Hoping for a special holiday season for all❤️🎁 ... See MoreSee Less
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