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Human Rights Office
The Human Rights Office serves the student population, staff and visitors on campus. It mainly deals with discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence complaints and offers an impartial service to everyone. Its services are confidential.
1 Stewart Street, Room 121
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Telephone: 613-562-5222
Email: [email protected]
Open Monday to Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pride Centre of the Students Union of the University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa Pride Centre is a part of the Sexual Health and Wellness services that are provided by the University of Ottawa Students’ Union. We are committed to providing a welcoming, safe, unbiased, and comfortable space for anyone who identifies as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and their allies.
University Centre, Room 215C
85 University
Ottawa, ON K1N 8Z4
Email: [email protected]
Centre for Psychological Services and Research (CPSR)
The CRSP is a training unit of the School of Psychology. It provides, among other things, psychological services to people from the Ottawa-Gatineau area, including individual therapy, couple therapy and family therapy.
136 Jean-Jacques-Lussier Street, Room 4031
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Telephone: 613-562-5289
Email: [email protected]
Feminist Resource Centre of the Students Union of the University of Ottawa
The FRC is an inclusive, non-judgmental, pro-choice, feminist drop-in space that supports community members (women, trans folk, non-binary folk and men) who want to work together to challenge gender oppression on campus and in our communities.
University Centre, Room 220
85 University
Ottawa, ON K1N 8Z4
Email: [email protected]
Student Rights Centre of the Students Union of the University of Ottawa
The Student Rights Centre offers guidance and support to students who require information on University of Ottawa regulations and practices or who wish to appeal decisions made by the university administration. We also help students who wish to receive more information regarding their human rights on campus or who want to file a formal or informal complaint in that regard.
University Centre, Room 101
85 University
Ottawa, ON K1N 8Z4
Email: [email protected]
Centre for Students with Disabilities of the Students Union of the University of Ottawa
The Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) of the Students Union of the University of Ottawa offers events, services and campaigns throughout the year focused on disability and accessibility. The CSD has an active listening service and provides a drop-in space to receive support or get consultations.
University Centre, Room 030C
85, University Private
Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 8Z4
Email: [email protected]
Student Support Team
The Student Support Team offers non-clinical case management services to students with complex needs at the University of Ottawa. The team provide students with a holistic approach to managing their complex academic, medical, or personal needs.
Email: [email protected]
Employee and Family Assistance Program
The Employee and Family Assistance Program helps University staff and their family to resolve various problems or difficulties affecting their work, health and personal life. It offers, among other things, a psychological consultation service. The services it provides are confidential.
24-hour support line: 1-844-880-9142
Human Resources
The vision of the University’s Human Resources department is to ensure the best work experience possible. Its Health and Wellness Sector offers, among other things, resources for staff members who are experiencing work-related problems.
Human Resources, Health and Wellness Sector
Tabaret Hall, Room 017
550 Cumberland Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Telephone: 613-562-5832 ext. 1473
Email: [email protected]
Academic Accommodations Service
The Academic Accommodations Service is responsible for assessing, establishing and implementing academic accommodations for students who have a disability, with respect and reliability, while adhering to the various regulations and laws.
Desmarais Hall, Room 3172
55 Laurier Avenue East
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Telephone: 613-562-5976
Email: [email protected]
Student Health and Wellness Centre
The centre is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of health professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, health promotion specialist psychotherapists, a psychologist and psychiatrists working together in a shared care model.
To book an appointment, refer to the Student Health and Wellness Centre webpage.
Psychotherapy and Mental Health
The counselling team is now located in the NEW Student Health and Wellness Centre at Minto Sports Complex - 801 King Edward, 2nd floor, room N203.
Counselling services are offered in person and online.
Protection Services
Protection Services can help you if you want to report an incident or if you want to talk to someone. It can write a report, but it will respect your decision if you would rather not pursue the matter.
141 Louis-Pasteur Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Telephone: 613-562-5499 or 613-562-5411 (emergency)
Email: [email protected]
Always open
Housing and Residence Life
Housing and Residence Life offers, among other things, an in-house confidential counselling service in a secure and accessible environment to students. It can also, depending on the circumstances, allow accommodations (room or residence change, etc.).
Client Services
90, University Private, Room 143
Ottawa (Ontario) K1N 1H3
Telephone: 613-562-5885
Email: [email protected]
Good2Talk
Good2Talk is a free, confidential and anonymous helpline providing professional counselling and information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being to post-secondary students in Ontario, 24/7/365.
24-hour support line: 1-866-925-5454
Centre d’aide et de lutte contre les agressions à caractère sexuel (CALACS)
CALACS francophone d’Ottawa is a feminist organization that is managed and operated by and for women, offering a wide range of services to women aged 16 and older, in French. All services are confidential and free of charge.
40 Cobourg Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 8Z6
Telephone: 613-789-8096
24-hour support line (Fem’aide): 1-877-336-2433
[email protected]
Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre at Saint Paul University
The Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre at Sain Paul University welcomes a diverse clientele, for individual, couple or family therapy. Its services are bilingual, its fee is based upon what you can afford and there is no waiting list.
223 Main Street
Ottawa, ON K1S 1C4
Telephone: 613-782-3022 or 613-782-3023
[email protected]
Centretown Community Health Care
This nonprofit, multi-service Community Health Centre welcomes a diverse clientele like the LGBTQ+ community (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and questioning), those affected by mental illness and newcomers to Canada. It offers numerous programs, including a sexual health clinic and counselling. All its services are free.
420 Cooper Street
Ottawa, ON K2P 2N6
Telephone: 613-233-4443
TTY: 613-233-0651
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
The CHEO sexual assault assistance program provides patients under the age of 18 and their families with all the necessary support. The team, which consists of nurses, social workers and emergency doctors, provides care while ensuring psychosocial support.
401 Smyth Road
Ottawa, ON K1H 8L1
Telephone: 613-737-2328
[email protected]
Ontario Human Rights Commission
The Ontario Human Rights Commission is an independent agency that plays a leading role in, among other things, protecting human rights in Ontario. It provides information and advice on your rights in different areas and on various grounds.
180 Dundas Street West (Suite 900)
Toronto, ON M7A 2R9
Telephone: (Human Rights Legal Support Centre) 416-597-4900 or 1-866-625-5179 (toll free)
TTY: 416-597-4903 ou 1-866-612-8627 (toll free)
[email protected]
Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre (ORCC)
The ORCC is a pro-active, anti-racist, feminist organization that counsels and supports women who have been sexually abused. It also provides services to family, friends and partners/spouses of women who have been sexually abused.
Ottawa, ON K1N 9P4
Telephone: 613-562-2334
24-hour support line: 613-562-2333
Open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (by appointment only)
OC Transpo’s Night Stop and Safe Stop
OC Transpo’s Night Stop and Safe Stop ensures passenger safety after 9 p.m. In particular, it provides night stops, well-lit central locations that are clearly identified by the yellow TRANSECURE logo, safe stops in a community and a service to make it easy for you to get a taxi at stations.
Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program
This Ottawa Hospital program offers private and confidential medical care to any person 16 years of age and older who has experienced sexual assault or abuse by a partner. It provides short-term care and full outpatient consultation services.
1053 Carling Avenue (Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus)
Ottawa, ON K1Y 4EY
Telephone: 613-798-5555 ext. 13770 or 613-761-4140 (TTY, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Always open
Independent Legal Advice for Sexual Assault Survivors
If you are a survivor of sexual assault living in the City of Toronto, the City of Ottawa, and the District of Thunder Bay, you may be eligible to receive up to four hours of free legal advice* to help you make informed decisions about your next steps. This service is confidential and is available to you at any time after the sexual assault has occurred.
* Legal representation is not provided under this pilot program (e.g., the lawyer cannot speak for you in court).
Counselling and Family Services Ottawa (CFS)
The CFS is a charitable organization offering a range of social services to people in the Ottawa area. In particular, it offers counselling and a support program for victims of sexual abuse (men and women). All services are offered free of charge. Some programs are offered in French only.
310 Olmstead Street
Ottawa, ON K1L 7K3
Telephone : 613-233-8478 or 613-233-1866 (TTY)
[email protected]
Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (SASCO)
The SASCO provides support services to women and by women who have experienced sexual violence. In particular, it offers a crisis line, individual consultations, support groups and accompaniment and advice about the legal process.
Ottawa, ON K1S 5B4
Telephone: 613-725-2160
24-hour support line: 613-234-2266
TTY: 613-725-1657
[email protected]
Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Social Justice Tribunals Ontario
The mandate of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario is to resolve claims brought under the Ontario Human Rights Code. It provides all the information needed to complete and present a claim and provides additional information.
655 Bay Street (14th Floor)
Toronto, ON M7A 2A3
Call Centre: 416-326-1312 or 1-866-598-0322 (toll free)
TTY: 416-326-2027 or 1-866-607-1240 (toll free)
[email protected]
Ottawa Police Service Victim Support Unit (VSU)
The VCU provides professional assistance and crisis counselling to victims of crime or tragic circumstances. PLEASE NOTE that you will be required to leave a message, and a crisis counsellor will return your call as soon as possible.
245 Greenbank Road
Ottawa, ON K1G 6H5
Telephone: 613-236-1222 ext. 2223
Call centre: 613-236-1222 ext. 7300
TTY: 613-760-8100
Open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to midnight and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to midnight
Project Agape
Project Agape is a Black, survivor-led organization that was founded and is run by Black survivors who aim to educate on all aspects of gender-based violence and support and promote wellness in survivors. This is done through resources, educational and wellness workshops.
Tungasuvvingat Inuit
Tungasuvvingat Inuit is an Inuit-specific urban services provider that offers community supports for Inuit of all ages. Finding your way through the urban systems and getting the support you need is what TI does. We’re there for you as you build your life in the south and work to keep you connected to your culture in the north.
1071 Richmond Road, Ottawa
(613) 565-5885
[email protected]
Men & Healing
Men & Healing is dedicated to providing specialized support for male survivors of childhood sexual and physical abuse. They offer a range of therapeutic services designed to help men on their journey to recovery, including individual therapy and structured group programs. Their approach is male-centred, focusing on the unique experiences and needs of men in therapy.
PO Box 4755, Station E, Ottawa
(613) 482-9363
Sexual Violence Resources, Ontario
The Government of Ontario provides comprehensive support for individuals experiencing violence, including sexual violence. Their services are designed to help survivors find safety, support, and justice.
Ottawa Legal Information Centre
This website provides free legal information and referrals to residents of Ottawa to help them in their quest for legal information.
Collective Agreements and Unions
This website provides links to the collective agreements as well as unions that can assist the University’s employees.
SexandU.ca
This website, created by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada, addresses issues on sexuality like consent, sexual assault, sexual harassment and online safety.
More feet on the ground!
This educational website provides information on how to recognize, respond to and refer students experiencing mental health issues on campus.
Who will you help?
This website engages the community in a dialogue on sexual violence, raises awareness and informs people on the means to become an active witness as well as an ally.
Mental Health & Wellness
This website provides information, advice and resources related to a wide range of topics, such as stress management, depression and so much more.
Draw-the-line
This website engages the community in a dialogue about sexual violence, challenges common myths and equips bystanders with information on how to intervene safely and effectively.
WorkHealthLife
This website provides information and advice on topics such as health and well-being, careers and workplaces, financial security and life events.
Contact us
Human Rights Office
1 Stewart St.
(Main Floor – Room 121)
Ottawa, ON, Canada
K1N 6N5
Tel.: 613-562-5222
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours
Monday to Friday, from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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