Title:
Ojiibikaawan - (We have roots): Healing from Sexual Violence
Agreement Number:
SMSRC2023.23115
Agreement Value:
$225,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 27, 2023 - Feb 27, 2026
Description:
This project will provide an integrated healing experience for those affected by sexual misconduct within the Defence community to address the impacts of trauma and provide an awareness of the different elements and practices needed for healing. MPSSAS serves people of all genders who have been affected by sexual misconduct and who are 16 years of age or older. Culturally-based services are also available to Indigenous survivors regardless of colonial boundaries, in an attempt to include the needs of vulnerable and nomadic/trafficked Indigenous clients. Service delivery is offered in-person, virtually, or a hybrid approach through their Bracebridge office.
Organization:
National Defence
Expected Results:
An increase in projects, initiatives and services reaching the local Defence community through innovative service delivery; Greater access to information, training and support within the Defence community; An increase in effective mechanisms at the SMSRC to strengthen community-based supports for those impacted by sexual misconduct in the CAF/DND, especially underserved groups; Improved support across the justice and social sectors* for those impacted by or at risk of gender-based violence, including survivors; Further integration of community-based service providers within the CAF/DND network of support services for those affected by sexual misconduct in the CAF/DND.
Location:
Bracebridge, Ontario, CA P1L 1S4
Reference Number:
018-2022-2023-Q4-23115
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
138484308
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
Muskoka Parry Sound Sexual Assault Services
Recipient's Legal Name:
Muskoka Parry Sound Coordinated Sexual Assault Services
Federal Riding Name:
Parry Sound-Muskoka
Program:
Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program
Program Purpose:
To provide a wide array of supports to those affected by sexual misconduct in the CAF/DND through increased access to community-based support services and collaboration between community-based and CAF/DND service providers.