Entries by Team Member

What I Was Wearing When It Happened

A powerful window exhibit has been set up in downtown Red Deer to address victim blaming. In recognition of Family Violence Prevention Month, the Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre (CASASC) has set up What I Was Wearing When It Happened, a reflection exhibit along Ross Street. The purpose of the exhibit is to bring […]

A Season of Giving

We are excited to launch of A Season of Giving campaign, a first for CASASC. You can play an important role in supporting a survivor’s journey of renewal, empowerment and healing this season. Find more info and to donate here on our campaign page on CanadaHelps: https://www.canadahelps.org/…/campaign/a-season-of-giving/

Consent – A short, yet impactful word

By Kailee Burkinshaw Consent – A short, yet impactful word What is one of the first things you think of when you hear the word “consent?” Is it the term “no means no?” What about consent or permission forms from when you were in school? Or when it involves social movements such as the #MeToo […]

Monthly update – CASASC Connections – November

Welcome back to CASASC Connections. This is a space where we provide updates on our services, programs and all things CASASC for the month of November.   Need for online + virtual volunteers – email ewillmer@casasc.ca We are in need of volunteers to join the 24/7 help line, with shifts available through the phone and […]

Family Violence Prevention Month 2022

The Central Alberta Sexual Assault Support Centre (CASASC) is dedicated to supporting those affected by sexual violence each and every day of the year. In Alberta, November is Family Violence Prevention Month (FVPM). The goal of FVPM is to raise awareness around family violence and to educate communities on how to prevent it.   What […]

Monthly update – CASASC Connections – October

Welcome back to CASASC Connections. This is a space where we provide updates on our services, programs and all things CASASC for the month of October.   Need for online + virtual volunteers – email ewillmer@casasc.ca We are in need of volunteers to join our 24/7 help line, with shifts on phone call and text/web […]

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2022

The CASASC office will be closed Friday, September 30 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. CASASC staff, led by the Kinship Intervention Program (KIP), will be participating in reflection, awareness and educational initiatives throughout the day. We seek to honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis survivors and their families, acknowledging the ongoing impacts […]

The importance of prevention

By Bailey Martineau The Importance of Prevention: Welcome to prevention education. We’re so glad that you have found us! You may be wondering what ‘prevention education’ is and why is it important for you, your children, grandchildren, and all school children.  Well, you have come to the right place!  This blog will explore the importance […]

Monthly update – CASASC Connections – September

Welcome back to CASASC Connections. This is a space where we provide updates on our services, programs and all things CASASC for the month of September.   Community Booths Come visit us at community booths and events. September 9 @ Golden Circle (Red Deer) September 15 @ Bowden Community Registration Night (Bowden) September 29 @ […]

Connecting with community prevents violence

By Kailee Mears The central Alberta region has many amenities and attractions that draw people to settle in our communities. People from all walks of life choose to settle in our unique towns and neighbourhoods which offer a wide range of services, work, play and opportunities to connect. Connecting with other people has benefits for […]