SACHA

Spooky scary skeletons and Henry’s at Chocolate Fest!

We can’t wait to see what our friends at Henry’s on James cook up for Chocolate Fest this year! Henry’s offers timeless music, impeccable service, and unforgettable dining.

Join SACHA and get a taste of Henry’s on James at Chocolate Fest 2026: Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6-9pm at Magnolia Hall – 115 Hunter Street West.

Tickets available now! www.tinyurl.com/chocolatefest26
More information at www.sacha.ca/blog/cf2026

There’ll be food and drink and ghosts… and Pleasant Cookie Co.!

We can’t wait to taste the delectable treats from Pleasant Cookie Co. at Chocolate Fest this year! Pleasant Co.’s small batch cookies pack big flavour and high-quality ingredients.

Join SACHA Thursday, October 22, 2026, for Chocolate Fest 2026 – A Spooktacular Soiree. Tickets are available now in a variety of price ranges. Find out more at sacha.ca/blog/cf2026 and get your tickets now at tinyurl.com/chocolatefest26

We still have space in the upcoming [Trans]cending Trauma Counselling Group and are doing intakes this week! 🏳️‍⚧️⚧️

- Group counselling program for age 18+ survivors of s*xual violence who are trans, two-spirit, non-binary, and/or gender diverse
- Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 PM at SACHA
- 11 weeks Starting June 17th (must be available for all weeks)
- Limited spots available on a first-come first-served basis
- Please contact [email protected] for intake by June 10th or with any questions

Another upcoming group alert!!

Snapshots of ME! 📸

Over the 7 weeks we will explore healing through polaroid photography and journaling.

- Group will start on July 16th from 10am to 12pm, running weekly for 7 weeks and will take place indoors and outdoors at SACHA.
- This group is open to all genders, for survivors of s*xual violence, who are 16+ years old and must live, work, or attend school in Hamilton.
- If this group interests you and you can attend all 7 weeks, then please email [email protected] before June 21st to schedule a group intake assessment.

Announcing an upcoming counselling group: [Trans]cending Trauma 🏳️‍⚧️⚧️

- Group counselling program for age 18+ survivors of s*xual violence who are trans, two-spirit, non-binary, and/or gender diverse and live, work, and/or go to school in Hamilton
- Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 PM at SACHA
- 11 weeks Starting June 17th (must be available for all weeks)
- Limited spots available on a first-come first-served basis
- Please contact [email protected] for intake by June 10th or with any questions

Today, June 2nd, is International S*x Workers’ Day ❤️

SACHA will not tolerate whorephobia. S*x workers deserve to be listened to and believed and in what they need including the full decriminalization of s*x work, legal protects, and status for all. S*x workers continue to be advocates for consent, bodily autonomy, and support for survivors of violence and we are grateful to work along side amazing organizations by and for s*x workers in Hamilton including the S*x Workers Action Program (SWAP) and Butterfly- Asian and Migrant S*x Worker Support Network.

*xWorkIsWork

June is a time to celebrate, learn, and stand in solidarity. This Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month, we honour the strength, resilience, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

We also recognize that s*xual violence disproportionately impacts these communities due to ongoing discrimination, systemic barriers, and the lasting effects of colonialism. As a s*xual assault centre, we remain committed to supporting survivors, advocating for equity, and working toward communities free from s*xual violence where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and belonging. 🏳️‍🌈🧡

SACHA is actively recruiting new members for our Board of Directors!

Are you a woman or non-binary intersectional feminist who lives in the Hamilton community, and believes in a world free from violence and oppression? We want your voice and unique, diverse lived experience on our Board!

SACHA is currently seeking individuals with experience in:
- finance
- fundraising
- legal expertise
- leadership & business acumen
- community-based organizing

Help support our mission to build a world free from violence! Apply today at www.sacha.ca/volunteer.

*Prior board experience is an asset but not a requirement.

Announcing more speakers for tomorrow’s S*xual Violence Prevention Month Community Conference!! 🛸

As part of the ‘How the Housing Crisis Impacts Survivors Panel’ you will hear from Mirand Jurilj (SACHA), Amy Deschamps (YWCA), and Ali Jones (HESN)! 👾

Swipe through the images to read there full bios or visit www.sacha.ca/blog/SVPMCC2026 where you can read the bios from all of our speakers!🚀

For folks who have registered please arrive at Magnolia Hall at 10:30am tomorrow so we can start our full day of community, solidarity, and learning! Thank you for being a part of our 4th annual conference! We can’t wait to share the day with you! 👽