If you are experiencing violence, need an Emergency Protection Order or want to stay at a family violence shelter, call our 24/7, free crisis line: 1 (866) 223-7775
Creating Lasting Change Across the Northwest Territories
Our mission at YWCA NWT is to advocate for and serve Northern women, families and youth. We provide safe and supportive housing as well as a range of integrated and culturally-relevant programs and services that contribute to their safety, empowerment, and ability to thrive.
Our Programs
We provide safe and supportive housing as well as a range of integrated and culturally-relevant programs and services that contribute to their safety, empowerment and ability to thrive.
60 Years of History
Since opening its doors in 1966, YWCA NWT has grown to be the largest and longest-serving social services organization in the Northwest Territories. We provide wraparound support and a range of services including emergency and transitional family housing, shelter from family violence, affordable after school childcare, family and youth empowerment programs, free legal advice for survivors, and more.
Contact us today to see how we can help.
Contact Us
Address
5011 54th Street (Gotı̨li Kǫ̀ family housing and YWCA NWT administrative office)
Yellowknife, NT
Contact
1 (867)-920-2777 (Housing/Administration)
1 (866) 223-7775 (toll free crisis line, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)​
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Alison McAteer House Family Violence Shelter is open 24/7.