Please read the following updates from Family Transition Place (FTP), located in Treaty 19 territory. Find out more about Treaty 19. 

40th Anniversary Open House

The past few months have been a busy and meaningful time at FTP as we marked our 40th Anniversary with an Open House on September 18. Over 200 guests joined us at our 20 Bredin location to tour our facility, explore a display of FTP’s 40-year history, and meet staff from all program areas. It was a day of reflection, gratitude, and community connection.

Since opening in 1985, FTP has grown from a small emergency shelter into a comprehensive service provider, offering 24/7 crisis support, shelter, counselling, housing help, legal advocacy, rural outreach, and youth education. While we’ve made tremendous progress, the demand for our services remains urgent—our shelter was full the day after the event.

This milestone celebration reminded us of the resilience of those we serve and the strength of our community. It also underscored a vital truth: we rely on community support to continue this work. Every donation, volunteer hour, and partnership helps us provide life-saving services.

Looking ahead, there are many ways to make a difference. Whether through giving, volunteering, or spreading awareness—your support helps build a safer, more hopeful future for all.

To learn more or get involved, contact Lynette Pole-Langdon at 519-942-4122, ext. 234, or lynette@familytransitionplace.ca.

Take Back the Night

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Take Back the Night and Sisters in Spirit event—a powerful moment of community solidarity against sexual violence and gender-based violence.

While Georgian College was unable to plan this event with us this year due to the ongoing faculty strike, we remain deeply grateful for their past partnership and look forward to future collaborations with them.

A heartfelt thank you to our guest speaker with lived experience, who courageously shared her message. Her voice is vital and deeply appreciated.

We are also thankful to our dedicated community partners for their time, support, and collaboration in making this event possible—and to everyone who participated in the awareness march.

It’s truly inspiring to witness our community come together to uplift survivors, raise awareness, and stand united against all forms of violence.

Postal Strike Update

You may have heard the news about the Canada Post disruption and that mail service has stopped.

If you have recently mailed a donation to support women and children at our shelter, thank you. We will receive your gift once postal service resumes.

The giving season is especially critical for us. Many of the women and families we support are rebuilding their lives after escaping violence or experiencing homelessness. Your donations help provide safe shelter, warm meals, counselling, and essentials.

If you haven’t yet donated and would like to help, please consider giving online. Your support will have an immediate impact and bring hope and stability to women and children in crisis.

Your compassion brings comfort and hope to those rebuilding their lives—thank you.

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October is Women's History Month

October is Women's History Month—a month to celebrate women who have led by example and inspired others—especially girls and young women—to reach their full potential by pursuing careers in all industries, including those traditionally underrepresented by women.

Read more on the Government of Canada's website.

2025 Meridian Small Business Big Impact Award


A heartfelt thank you to Samantha Bumber (right), Small Business Advisor at Meridian Credit Union for the beautiful orchid in celebration of our 40th anniversary—and for nominating FTP for Meridian’s 5th annual Small Business Big Impact Awards!

Samantha's thoughtful nomination gives us the exciting chance to win a financial award that could make a real difference.

You can help us by submitting a nomination too! Every nomination counts.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE US!

Nominations close on October 31, 2025

Local Fundraising Events

Your friend, sister, neighbour, or coworker might be experiencing domestic violence and suffering in silence.

The Shoppers Drug Mart Foundation for Women’s Health is raising funds for organizations like FTP to support women facing gender-based violence through this year's #GivingShelter campaign. 

You can help by donating at one of Orangeville's three Shoppers Drug Mart stores (see locations below) until October 3rd, or by visiting shoppersfoundation.ca.

150 First St (Orangeville Mall)

25 Broadway (Townline and Broadway)

489 Broadway (C-Line and Broadway)

What if every oil change could do more than just keep your car running smoothly?

We’ve teamed up with Take 5 Oil Change Orangeville to make a real difference in our community. When you mention FTP at checkout, Take 5 will donate 10% of your bill directly to FTP’s Youth Education Program—at no extra cost to you. And, after making this initial request, your vehicle will be automatically set up in their system to donate 10% of all future invoices to FTP.

It’s a small act that can create BIG change.

Visit Take 5 Oil Change, 220 Centennial Rd, Orangeville.

Your oil change can fuel more than your car—it can fuel hope.

We are tremendously grateful to Take 5 Oil Change Orangeville for generously supporting us with this initiative. It is an incredible example of community supporting community.

Image from Take 5 Oil Change Orangeville Instagram

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month

Ontario marks Woman Abuse Prevention Month in November to raise awareness and inspire action to end violence against women. In recognition of Woman Abuse Prevention Month, FTP is once again participating in the Wrapped in Courage campaign—an annual initiative developed and facilitated by the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH).

The Wrapped in Courage campaign is an awareness-building initiative that encourages

communities to wrap themselves in purple to show those who have experienced domestic violence they are not alone. We invite the community to show their support of this campaign by wearing a purple scarf throughout the month of November in solidarity against domestic violence.

November 25th is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. FTP is coordinating flag-raising ceremonies and proclamations with local municipalities and will be sharing information about Woman Abuse Prevention Month and the Wrapped in Courage campaign throughout the month.

This November, help us Shine a Light on Woman Abuse by lighting up your home with

a purple bulb. Let’s turn our communities purple to raise awareness.

For more information about these initiatives or to purchase a Wrapped in Courage purple scarf, please visit our website or call 519-942-4122, ext. 243.

Photo from 2024 Town of Orangeville flag-raising ceremony

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If you are experiencing abuse and/or homelessness, please do not hesitate to call us. Our counselling and outreach supports will be offered virtually, by phone or in person. Our support/info line operates 24/7; text options are also available. Our priority is to ensure those experiencing domestic violence and/or homelessness have somewhere safe to go, or have the option to speak with a caring and compassionate professional.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need assistance. We are always here to provide access to safety, support and hope for those in need.

24-Hour Support/Info Line:

519-941-HELP (4357) | 905-584-HELP (4357)

1-800-265-9178

Text: 519-278-5410

Email: support@familytransitionplace.ca

Text and email accounts are monitored Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Staff will respond to messages as soon as possible. 

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.