The most comprehensive strategy of its kind in Canada, Alberta’s strategy outlines more than 100 concrete initiatives to ensure efforts across government and community partners are coordinated so Alberta can put an end to gender-based violence. Alberta’s 10-year Strategy to End Gender-Based Violence complements and enhances existing initiatives to address the root causes of gender-based violence and prevent it before it occurs.
Released in May 2025, Alberta’s 10-year Strategy to End Gender-Based Violence builds on the province’s strengths across government and with community partners to achieve Alberta’s vision where every Albertan will live in safety, free from gender-based violence.
Gender-based violence refers to harmful acts directed at an individual based on their gender. It can take many forms, including physical assault, sexual assault, murder, femicide, family violence, intimate partner violence, human trafficking, stalking, financial control, threats, hate speech, cyber-bullying, cyber-stalking, pornography and coercive control.
Albertans can connect with Alberta Supports for more information about the benefits available and how to apply by visiting alberta.ca/alberta-supports, emailing css.ascc@gov.ab.ca, calling 1-877-644-9992 toll free, or visiting your local Alberta Supports Office for in-person services.
For after-hours support, the Emergency Income Support Contact Centre is available 24-7 at 1-866-644-5135.