WIM Resources
Safer Spaces Resources
Safer Spaces Resources:
Gender-Based Violence Knowledge Centre: Government of Canada website providing services and information.
HAVEN Helpline: A 24/7 hotline for artists and music industry professionals to report harassment. Online submission form.
Good Night Out Vancouver: A society focused on preventing sexual harassment and assault in the hospitality and music industries.
Dandelion Initiative: A Toronto-based organization offering programs to build capacity around safer spaces, led by survivors. Contact email.
SoundGirls: An international organization with Canadian chapters (Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Alberta) supporting women in audio and music production.
Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Resources:
If you or someone you know is in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts, please reach out:
Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8
Canadian Mental Health Association
The Lifeline Canada Foundation
Inkblot Secure online video counselling tailored to your needs.
Greenshield Cares (Women 18+): Free virtual therapy for women across Canada.
Maple (Mental Health Physicians): Connect with mental health physicians online (available in select provinces).
Bliss by CIMHS (Self-guided CBT-based therapy for depression.)
GreenShield Essential Medicines, support for drug coverage for those without or without enough drug coverage. (only available currently in Ontario, BC, Nova Scotia and Alberta)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resources
ADVANCE Event Curation Toolkit: Click Here
Global Trans Charter for the Music & Entertainment Industries: Click Here
Industry Links
Musicounts Track: Click Here
International Market Resources
Baltic Music Market Knowledge: Click Here
Finland Music Market Knowledge: Click Here