Blog Posts

Growing a Community of Support: Firemen Movers Training Helps Volunteers in the GTA Move with Confidence

March 21, 2025

A social enterprise is more than just a business that donates to the same deserving organization each year - it’s an investment into the infrastructure of a community, a partnership

A New Beginning for Survivors: How Shelter Movers Changes Lives

December 3, 2024

New beginnings are universal. Whether it’s starting a new job, moving to a new city, or entering a new chapter in life, beginnings signify hope, change, and growth. But for

How Volunteers and Partners Make Move Day Possible

December 1, 2024

For a survivor of abuse, Move Day is not just about packing and moving belongings—it’s about reclaiming control, safety, and hope. It is the day they leave behind fear and

The Courage To Leave

November 22, 2024

In Canada, thousands, primarily women and children, face the unimaginable challenge of surviving abuse each year. For survivors, the decision to leave isn’t just about choosing a new direction -

Community Connection supports Gradual Growth for Shelter Movers in Alberta

November 20, 2024

The emotional significance of helping survivors retrieve personal belongings is a critical part of the work we do. A person’s belongings are more than just things; they are symbols of

Empathy in Action: Principles of Trauma-Informed Care for Survivors

November 12, 2024

“The first principle of recovery is empowerment of the survivor,” wrote psychiatrist and trauma expert Judith Lewis Herman in 1992. “She must be the author and arbiter of her own

It Should End With Us… But Will It?

August 24, 2024

Disclaimer: Discussions of Intimate Partner Violence and spoilers for the movie It Ends with Us ahead.As a survivor of Intimate Partner Violence, countless complexities impact one’s path to safety and healing.

Expanding Horizons: Shelter Movers Nova Scotia's New Reach in Cumberland-Colchester

August 12, 2024

Since expanding services to include Cumberland-Colchester in October of 2023, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia has reached a significant milestone in its mission to provide vital assistance to those in need.

Shelter Movers Expands to Leeds and Grenville: A Rural-Minded Approach for a Unique Region

June 14, 2024

Shelter Movers Ottawa is making strides to reach Leeds and Grenville county, providing crucial support for individuals fleeing intimate partner and family violence. This expansion marks a new stage in

Firemen Movers Partnership

May 16, 2024

Shelter Movers and Firemen Movers Social Enterprise Partnership As we initially announced in January of this year, Shelter Movers has taken a significant step towards sustainable community integration by acquiring a

What Canadian Law Says About Abuse

April 29, 2024

Disclaimer: This blog provides general information only. If you need legal help, contact a lawyer or legal aid location.Entering a courthouse can feel intimidating. Traditional court buildings are designed to appear

Intimate Partner and Family Violence in Rural Communities: Shelter Movers Ottawa Continues to Make Inroads in Lanark County

March 14, 2024

In Lanark County, Ontario, as in many communities in Canada, intimate partner and family violence are urgent issues demanding our collective attention. While these forms of violence can impact anyone,