Client Feedback
“You were a safe haven for me to understand, prepare myself, and start my journey to finally accept and end this chapter.”
“I feel confident in saying that my sessions with [my therapist] have saved my life. Our work gave me my life back.”
“This is the most successful course of therapy I think I’ve ever had, I have accomplished so much more than I thought possible in a relatively short period of time – it’s shocking.”
Student Feedback
“Completing a practicum at SACE entails a broad legibility of my skills in trauma work. This was a major goal of mine due to the widespread recognition of trauma’s varied and constant manifestations in most populations; whether I wind up in post-secondary or in private practice or in another agency I think my practicum means I am in many ways over prepared for the average client (my preferred way to be prepared).”
“I think SACE provided an immense amount of growth and education with different approaches to trauma work. It is both incredibly supportive and challenging, and truly allows for a solid base of knowledge for continuing to grow.”
In the 2021-2022 year our Child and Youth Counselling program continued to grow, with the addition of three new counsellors dedicated specifically to supporting young people impacted by sexual violence. This small but mighty team of five counsellors has supported hundreds of clients in the last year.
Client Feedback
“I see myself as worth something now.”
– Sace client
“I know now what is important is not how others see me, but how I see who I want to become.”
– Sace client
“In the absolute worst time of our family’s life SACE was there providing support for our child and us as we navigated what moving forward could look like.”
– Parent of Sace client
Psychoeducational Groups
“I found the material to be excellent. There was nothing that came across as “problematic” or “out-of date”; the content and presenters were incredibly informed about intersectionality, systems of oppression, and more.”
– Skills for Change participant
“In all my many years trying to meet various health and mental health professionals, never have I received such a helpful, concise kit of actual tools I can use to process my emotions. While I still have a long road ahead of me, at least now I have a functioning car to get me there.”
– Skills for Change participant
Support Groups
“This group counselling was a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience that flows through my blood memory. It was healing to be alongside other Indigenous women to sit in ceremony and share about our experiences.”
– Wîwîp’son participant
“I feel seen and heard. I know I am not alone. I haven’t once felt like a burden or that I should push aside my trauma to help others. I have been accepted and heard. It seems so small BUT it is a huge step in the right direction.”
– ASHA participant
Client Feedback
“I think it’s an amazing service, the court system does not make things easy for victims and the court support really helped me feel more in control with what was happening.
“I only wish I had reached out to SACE before my local resources.
“Police and Court Support Advocate [PACSA] was wonderful and exactly the kind of support I needed. Thank you to the whole organization for everything you’re doing to support victims of sexual assault.
It was nice to have someone who took the time to make sure I had a private spot available, etc. [PACSA] made herself available within 24 hours, as I was suddenly dropped by my local victim services two days before court. [PACSA] cleared her schedule for my trial.
“Thank you so much for letting me know you are still here for me for support, it means so much.”
SACE volunteers provided over 300 hours of phone support to Edmontonians and Albertans impacted by sexual violence during the Support and Information Line Program 2021-2022 year. They also contributed to over 250 hours of text and chat support on the One Line. We are so thankful for all the hard work, dedication, and energy our volunteers give to the SACE SIL and One Line!
Client Feedback
Meeting the needs of adults and professionals
“I liked the video & how the presenter really went into detail about everything. I love how passionate the presenter was as well when presenting, it really made me want to listen & engage in the presentation.”
“I really feel like it gave me practical tools that I will be able to use if/when I come across sexual abuse in my personal or professional life.”
Some of the organizations we supported:
Message from the Fringe
I have worked with SACE for the past two years as part of a Fringe Theatre / SACE partnership to develop and deliver sexual violence education to Fringe Theatre’s large and diverse community, which comes together each year for the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival. SACE’s invaluable support includes:
Some of the organizations we supported:
“I am very proud of offering the booklet Landed: Relationships and Consent in Canada to the community. We received many positive feedbacks from community members who participated in consultations and filled up a survey, and from service providers who requested having the booklet available to their clients, including YESS – Youth Empowerment and Support Services and Edmonton Public Library, Clareview branch.”
-Meital Siva-Jain, SACE Diversity and Inclusion Program
“(The Landed booklet)… is already a gift. Hopefully we can participate of more workshops regarding this subject. It’s really important to build a healthy generation”
– Community Member
“(The Landed booklet)… is already a gift. Hopefully we can participate of more workshops regarding this subject. It’s really important to build a healthy generation”
– Community Member
Some of our external collaborations in 2021-2022:
Top SACE Learn Page Resources
Feedback From Volunteers
“Volunteering here has literally changed my life for the better. The training was informative and through enough to give me the confidence to help those who have experienced sexual violence. The supervisors are excellent at ensuring that you are cared for and supported in your role so you do not burnout. The culture that you are welcomed into is warm and inviting.”
“I have never found a group of people more supportive, caring and genuinely kind that work at and volunteer for SACE. SACE is a comforting and welcoming environment for everyone that encourages growth, learning and acceptance.”
Rick Chalifoux / Jean Gauthier Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award
This award is presented in memory of two SACE volunteers who worked on the support line, with training, and with fundraising. Rick and Jean were partners and died within a few months of each other of HIV/AIDS.
Jasmine D.
2021 Recipient
Jasmine was selected for the volunteer of the year award as a result of her wonderful performance over the past year. Jasmine is a committed and consistent volunteer, her communication skills are superb, and she is an excellent mentor for new volunteers. Overall, Jasmine’s demeanor, and conduct is empathetic, positive, and she is an amazing volunteer!
Heather Huet Memorial Volunteer Award
This award was donated by Susan Jamieson, who was a SACE Board President for 19 year before retiring in 2019. This award is in memory of her partner Heather, a volunteer manager at Catholic Social Services, who passed away of breast cancer. The award is for the volunteer who comes up with “creative” ideas or solutions to problems, or is just plain “creative” in their assistance to SACE!
Jennie V.
2021 Recipient
Jennie is an incredibly talented artist, and was selected for this award as she very graciously donated a print of one of her beautiful paintings to the department. The painting, titled “Wading” is part of a larger series which is a fantastical representation of one character’s healing journey. Jennie describes the piece as “about lovingly and carefully wading into the very stuff of which you are made; it is about reflection and self-compassion.” We are so lucky to have such creative and generous volunteers like Jennie!
Roots Award for Longstanding Service
This award is presented to any volunteer who reaches 5 or more years of service with SACE on the support lines.
Tessa H.
2021 Recipient
Tessa has been a wonderful, driven, kind and competent volunteer over the past ten years. She has been an empathetic and safe space for so many callers/chatters impacted by sexual violence and a pillar in the volunteer program. We are so grateful for her and her commitment to volunteer services and hope to have her on our team for many years to come.
The above financial summary is prepared from financial statements audited by Grant Thornton LLP. Complete financial statements, including the auditor’s report, may be obtained by contacting them directly at 780.423.8734.
