Four Nations Women’s Shelter

Safety, Support & Healing for Women and Children

1-778-213-8270

Safe Emergency Shelter

Four Nations Women’s Shelter provides 24-hour emergency accommodation and short-term transitional housing for women and children experiencing violence or crisis. We offer a secure, welcoming space where families can rest, feel protected, and begin their healing journey in dignity and care.

1-778-213-8270

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Support & Essential Needs

Our trained staff provide immediate crisis support, safety planning, and private intake services. Women and children staying with us receive meals, clothing, personal care supplies, and daily supports to reduce barriers and ensure comfort during a difficult time.

1-778-213-8270

Wraparound Services & Advocacy

We help connect women to the wider network of care, including health, legal, housing, and social services. We work closely with community partners such as Heiltsuk Health Centre, Victim Services, RCMP, BC Housing, and wellness providers to ensure coordinated, respectful support.

1-778-213-8270

Cultural Healing & Trauma-Informed Care

Our shelter is grounded in Heiltsuk values, Ǧvi̓ḷás (ancestral law), and the Heiltsuk Women’s Declaration. We offer trauma-informed, culturally safe programming that honours women as knowledge holders and life-givers. Through cultural wellness activities and wraparound care, we support long-term healing, strength, and self-determination.

What we offer

  • 24-Hour Emergency Shelter – Safe, supportive accommodations for women and children in crisis

  • Crisis Support & Safety Planning – Immediate emotional support and personalized safety plans

  • 30-Day Transitional Housing – Short-term stability while women plan their next steps

  • Meals, Clothing & Essential Supplies – Daily necessities provided with dignity and care

  • Trauma-Informed, Culturally Grounded Support – Healing-centered care rooted in Heiltsuk values and Ǧvi̓ḷás

  • Connection to Health & Wellness Services – Referrals and support accessing medical and mental health care

  • Legal & Advocacy Support – Help navigating legal systems, victim services, and protective resources

  • Cultural Wellness & Wraparound Programming – Activities and supports that strengthen identity, healing, and community connection)

1-778-213-8270