Sip, See, Support! Keyano College and Avenue Eatery & Cafe are helping raise awareness for Family Violence Prevention Month by giving away custom coffee sleeves with every order, while The Canadian Brewhouse is featuring branded coasters all throughout November.

These small but powerful reminders encourage reflection and conversation about preventing family violence and promoting healthy, respectful relationships in our community.

In recognition of Family Violence Prevention Month, Waypoints has partnered up with Velenzia, Rise & Set Boutique, and The Black Onyx Boutique to illuminate their spaces in purple throughout the entire month of November. The colour purple stands as a visible reminder of our community’s shared commitment to ending family violence and creating safer spaces for all.

We ask everyone to take a moment to notice the lights and reflect on how each of us can play a role in building a community free from violence.

Evermore Kookie is bringing a sweet touch to Family Violence Prevention Month. They will be selling cookies throughout the month of November, donating all proceeds to Waypoints.

Show your support by enjoying their delicious creations and helping make a positive impact in our community.

Waypoints is collaborating with the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo to bring a series of toolbox talks focused on family violence prevention. These sessions are designed to provide employees and community members with practical tools, insights, and strategies to recognize, respond to, and prevent family violence in both personal and professional settings.

Each talk will offer actionable guidance, covering topics such as recognizing warning signs, understanding the impact of family violence, and creating safe and supportive environments. Facilitated by Waypoints’ experienced staff, these discussions are rooted in trauma and violence-informed practices to ensure respectful, safe, and inclusive engagement.

Waypoints is marking Family Violence Prevention Month with a special book display at the Wood Buffalo Regional Library. The display features books and resources for adults, youth, and children on preventing family violence, healing, and building healthy relationships.

Visitors are invited to explore the collection to learn, raise awareness, and support those affected by family violence.

The display will be available throughout November for Family Violence Prevention Month.

Join us at the Best Western Plus Sawridge Suites from 9:00 am to 11:00 am for our Family Violence Prevention Month Kickoff Breakfast. The morning will feature guest speakers, powerful personal stories, and engaging activities designed to raise awareness and inspire action in our community.

Space is limited, so please RSVP with our Outreach Manager at Outreach.manager@waypointswb.ca to secure your spot.

On Purple Day, we invite the community to wear purple as a visible show of support for Family Violence Prevention Month. This simple act of solidarity raises awareness about the impact of domestic and family violence and signals to survivors that they are seen and supported.

Purple Day is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of prevention, connect with available resources, and start conversations that challenge harmful behaviors. Join us in amplifying awareness and demonstrating that ending family violence requires a community-wide effort.

Visit our information booth at the Real Canadian Superstore from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on November 4th.

Connect with our team, explore resources, and learn how you can contribute to preventing family violence and fostering a safer, more aware community.

Waypoints will be in Janvier with an information booth sharing resources, support, and materials focused on family violence prevention. Visitors can connect with staff and learn about programs available in the community, gaining insight into how Waypoints supports individuals and families affected by family violence.

Show your support for Family Violence Prevention Month by painting your ring finger nail purple on November 6th. This simple gesture raises awareness, sparks conversation, and demonstrates our community’s commitment to preventing family violence and promoting safe, healthy relationships.

#PutTheNailInIt

In 2015, Safe Haven launched #PutTheNailInIt to help break the silence around domestic violence. By painting one fingernail purple, you show solidarity with survivors and make a meaningful statement in support of change.

Here’s how to join in:

• Paint it Purple: Choose your ring fingernail, paint it purple, snap a photo, and share why you’ve pledged to #PutTheNailInIt.

• Post & Tag: Share your photo on social media, use the hashtag #PutTheNailInIt, and tag @waypointswb to help the message reach more people.

• Give Back: Support Waypoints’ women’s emergency shelter by donating essentials like towels, coffee mugs, new underwear, bras, or mattress protectors.

Your participation helps raise awareness, start conversations, and stand in solidarity with survivors.

We’ll be in Fort McMurray #468 First Nation hosting an information booth for Family Violence Prevention Month.

Drop by to meet our team, access resources, and learn more about the programs and services Waypoints offers to prevent family violence and support our community.

Waypoints is partnering with Francophonie Canadienne Plurielle Région du Wood Buffalo (FRAP) to offer a private informative workshop exploring the impacts of domestic violence. Participants will gain insights into the physical, emotional, and social effects of domestic violence, as well as strategies to support those affected..

Stop by our booth at MacDonald Island Park to meet our team, explore interactive resources, and learn about ways to actively prevent family violence in our community. We’ll have materials, conversation starters, and tips you can take home, plus a chance to connect with staff who can answer questions and provide support.

Whether you’re curious, involved in community work, or just want to learn more, this booth offers a welcoming space to engage, reflect, and discover small actions that make a big difference.

Get creative in Conklin with a paint-by-numbers session designed to be both relaxing and inspiring.

Participants can enjoy a hands-on activity that encourages focus, reflection, and mindfulness. While painting, we’ll explore themes around community, connection, and resilience, offering a gentle, uplifting approach to thinking about family violence prevention in everyday life. It’s a chance to create something beautiful while engaging in conversation about positive change.

Visit our information booth at Bill Woodward School in Anzac to connect with Waypoints staff, pick up engaging resources, and explore ways to support Family Violence Prevention Month in your community. The booth provides a welcoming space to ask questions, learn about programs, and discover practical tips for creating safer environments for children, families, and neighbors. Stop by to engage with interactive materials, spark meaningful conversations, and see how small actions can contribute to broader change.

Join Waypoints for our annual Take Back the Night Awareness walk, starting at 9917 Fraser Avenue, to stand in solidarity with individuals and families impacted by domestic, family, and/or sexual violence.

This community walk combines awareness, connection, and empowerment in an uplifting evening that highlights resilience, hope, and the shared commitment to safer spaces.

Participants can light the way together, share stories, and celebrate the power of community action as they walk in a supportive environment.

For more information about this event or other Family Violence Prevention Month activities, please contact outreach.manager@waypointswb.ca

Our Waypoints team will participate in an SPCA Walk to showcase the Animal Safe Haven Program, which supports individuals and families experiencing domestic, family, and/or sexual violence by providing temporary safe spaces for their pets while impacted individuals are staying in shelters.

This initiative ensures no one has to choose between safety and caring for their companion animals. See how Waypoints and our local SPCA have partnered to extend care beyond people to include animals in crisis.

Waypoints will be at Anzac Recreation Centre with an information booth sharing resources, support, and materials focused on family violence prevention. Visitors can connect with staff and learn about programs available in the community, gaining insight into how Waypoints supports individuals and families affected by family violence.

Our Outreach team travels to Fort McKay for a Lunch and Learn between 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, focused on healthy relationships and navigating online dating safely. Participants will have the chance to engage with practical tips, ask questions, and explore ways to build respectful, safe connections.

Alongside the session, Waypoints will host an information booth from 11 am to 4 pm, offering resources, guidance, and insights into programs available to support individuals and families impacted by family violence.

Stop by the Waypoints booth at Keyano College to explore resources and connect with staff about family violence prevention. The booth offers students and staff the opportunity to learn about local programs, gain tips for fostering safer communities, and discover ways to take action in supporting those affected by family violence.

Our Outreach team is traveling to Janvier to host a Self Care Workshop in recognition of Family Violence Prevention Month. The session will offer practical tools, hands-on activities, and supportive strategies to help participants build resilience, manage stress, and strengthen personal well-being while raising awareness about preventing family violence in the community.

Visit our information booth at Keyano College to explore the theme “I Reclaim My Power”.

Participants can engage with our interactive displays, reflect on personal strength, and learn about programs and resources designed to support empowerment and family violence prevention.

Waypoints returns to Conklin with an information booth, providing resources, guidance, and support to community members. Visitors can meet staff, ask questions, and learn about programs and services aimed at preventing family violence and fostering awareness throughout the region.

Waypoints’ FVPM Inter-Agency Networking Mixer brings together local agency professionals for an informative and engaging day.

Registered attendees can network with peers and gain insight into Waypoints programs and services, creating a focused space for discussion, learning, and community connection around family violence prevention.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Please note that registration in advance is required for attendance. RSVP here: outreach.manger@waypointswb.ca. The event address will be confirmed upon RSVP.

Waypoints will be at Montessori Day Care, hosting a full day of age-appropriate workshops and activities, including creating “Kindness Trees.”

Children will engage in creative exercises designed to promote empathy, respect, and awareness.

Join us for a high-energy hip hop dance workshop led by our Public Awareness and Training Facilitator, Dominic, who brings 18 years of experience and training across hip hop, tap, jazz, and lyrical dance genres.

The workshop is split into two age-appropriate sections: 5:00 – 6:30 pm for children ages 6–14, and 6:30 – 8:00 pm for youth and adults ages 14 and up.

Participants will have the opportunity to move, express themselves, and engage in a fun, inclusive environment while raising awareness and celebrating Family Violence Prevention Month. This session combines physical activity with community engagement in a supportive and empowering setting.