UPDATE (March 27, 2023):DIAL is currently looking into bringing back in-person elements to our service. We would like to hear your thoughts inthis short survey!
UPDATE (February 4, 2023): DIAL services are no longer on Zoom, and now operate fully under our new number: 438-943-4855. Our drop-in space is currently closed until further notice.
UPDATE (January 15, 2023): We are currently pausing support groups to focus on assessing and updating our services. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at sacomssgroups@gmail.com.
Please click the “DIAL” dropdown below to see our hours.
On this page, you will find brief summaries of each of our services.
More information about us can be found on the “About Us” tab, as well as on each of the branch’s respective pages, which can be found by hovering over the “Services” tab and then selecting the branch which best suits your needs.
DIAL is a confidential, non-judgmental sexual assault helpline and drop-in service (drop-in space currently closed), providing listening and support to survivors, their peers, and their allies. DIAL is open to the public, free of charge, and currently offered in English. We can provide information about Montreal services, including sexual health clinics, counselling services, and sexual rights organizations for survivors, if desired.
The A-Branch supports McGill students, staff, and faculty in navigating McGill’s Policy on Harassment, Sexual Harassment, and Discrimination Prohibited by law. We cannot offer legal advice; however, we can offer information, accompaniment, and a safe space to explore your options. Whether you have a complaint or just have questions, we are here to support you.
Support groups offer support to survivors of sexual assault in small groups for their ongoing healing and empowerment. Support Groups is currently available to the English and French – speaking Montreal community. Meetings are confidential and free of charge. Three to ten members meet weekly with trained co-facilitators in a physically accessible, confidential location near McGill’s downtown campus.
Cette branche offre des groupes de soutien au survivant.es de violences sexuelles en petits groupes pour favoriser la guérison et ainsi que l’autonomisation (empowerment). Il y a des groupes en anglais et en français ouvert à la communauté Montréalaise. Les rencontres sont confidentielles et gratuites. De 3 à 10 membres se retrouvent chaque semaine avec des facilitateur.ices formé.es dans un lieu accessible et confidentiel à proximité du campus de McGill.
The Outreach Branch is a proactive service that aims to raise awareness of issues surrounding sexual assault and consensual sex through facilitated discussions with youth and community groups. Through our workshops, we debunk myths, confront taboos, and foster dialogue about healthy, consensual relationships.
If you would like to give anonymousfeedback on any of our services, please do no hesitate to leave us a message here. Please be aware that we are unable to reply to this form. If you have had any negative experiences using our services, please reach out to ombuds@sacomss.org. We want to resolve this and hear about what happened.
