Alberta’s government is working to ensure the justice system responds effectively to gender-based violence. As part of Alberta’s 10-year strategy to end gender-based violence, $1.36 million in funding has been given to community-based organizations to enhance access to justice and provide survivor-centered services through the Community Pathways to Justice Grant.

“Our government is pleased to support organizations that are making a meaningful impact in the effort to end gender-based violence, an issue that affects individuals, families and communities across the province. We are confident that these grants will empower local programs to deliver vital support and drive lasting change in Alberta.”

Mickey Amery, Minister of Justice and Attorney General

For the 2025-26 fiscal year, 18 grant recipients from across the province were selected to receive funding, including five in Calgary, six in Edmonton, two in southern Alberta, three in central Alberta and two in northern Alberta. The grant funds programs that focus on victim support, education and awareness, legal navigation, system coordination and restorative justice.

“The Community Pathways to Justice grant program will help survivors receive the critical, life-saving support they need, while ensuring that abusers are held accountable for their actions. These grants support Alberta's 10-Year Strategy by amplifying survivors' voices and supporting families on their healing journeys.”

Tanya Fir, Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women

This initiative supports Alberta’s 10-year strategy to end gender-based violence by preventing harm, holding offenders accountable and empowering those impacted. Grants range from $37,000 to $145,000 and must be used for operational activities.

Alberta’s 10-year Strategy to End Gender-Based Violence builds on our province’s strengths – across government and with community partners – to achieve our vision of a province where every Albertan lives in safety, free from gender-based violence.

Quick facts

  • Through Budget 2025, Alberta’s government is committing $188 million in direct supports to programs and services that address gender-based violence and support survivors.
  • Applications were accepted from July 14 to Aug. 1, 2025.
  • The following organizations are receiving grants:

Edmonton-based organizations

  • Action Coalition on Human Trafficking Alberta
  • Coalition des femmes de l'Alberta
  • Multicultural Health Brokers Cooperative
  • WINGS of Providence Society
  • Arabian Muslim Association – Al Rashid Mosque
  • Stop Abuse in Families (SAiF) Society – St. Albert

Calgary-based organizations

  • Calgary John Howard Society
  • Calgary Immigrant Women's Association
  • uTurn Project
  • Calgary Legal Guidance
  • True North Society – Strathmore

Northern Alberta-based organizations

  • Peace River Regional Restorative Justice Association
  • Wood Buffalo Wellness Society

Central Alberta-based organizations

  • Rural Red Deer Restorative Justice Community Advisory Council
  • Pembina Crisis Connection Society
  • Mountain Rose Women's Shelter Association

Southern Alberta-based organizations

  • Taber Safe Haven Women's Shelter Society
  • Chinook Sexual Assault Center

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