We usually have between 70 and 100 volunteers. As well, we have students on placements and counsellors on contract. Trainings are held approximately three to four times a year. The crisis line is staffed 24 hours a day. The administration line is staffed 9 to 5 and the centre is open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. plus some evenings.
Volunteers are responsible for staffing the crisis line on evenings, weekends and holidays.
We also have volunteers who work on public education, fundraising, newsletters, sit on our Board and committees, and do office work. There is a minimum commitment that is required. We also receive funding through private donations, honorariums and fundraising in the community. It varies but our statistics for the past few years indicate that the average total number of calls to our crisis line in a year is approximately 5000. Victims experience a range of emotions, both short and long term, following an assault.