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Revelstoke Womens Shelter Society

For over 30 years, the Revelstoke Women’s Shelter Society (RWSS) has provided a place of temporary refuge and support for women and their children at risk of abuse. RWSS is staffed 24/7 and also provides programs and education for the Revelstoke community.

Revelstoke Womens's Latest Articles

Begbie View students create art for seniors

Grade 5 students from Begbie View Elementary create outdoor art for residents of Moberly Manor through intergenerational project

Domestic violence as a community issue

As a community, we are only as strong as our most vulnerable members. The more we know our neighbours and check in with them, the stronger the community ties, and ultimately the more resilient a community.

Leveraging COVID-19 to create a more resilient community

An unprecedented opportunity now stands before us, to leverage this crisis to create a more resilient and compassionate Revelstoke.

Revelstoke Women’s Shelter adjusts to new reality
Reflections on 30 years of service to the poor – Interview with Cathy Girling

'Eradicating poverty is certainly a huge goal, which may seem lofty at best, but we know that that it can be done.'

Dialogue seeks local solutions to Revelstoke affordability challenges

'Affordability has become one of Revelstoke’s most pressing issues — in fact, it is the single most important social and economic issue in our community.'

Dose event remembers Montreal Massacre
Revelstoke Women’s Shelter 2019 Halloween fundraiser: wicked fun for a good cause

'Last year’s Halloween party was a screamin’ good time. We expect this year’s will be a howl.'

Revelstoke’s candlelight vigil for World Suicide Prevention Day

Local community groups will hold their third annual silent vigil to honour those affected or struggling with suicide this Tuesday evening, September 10, at Grizzly Plaza.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Elder abuse is an issue, even in Revelstoke

Learn what you can do if you suspect elder abuse in Revelstoke