Our vision
Our vision is to integrate iHEAL within community-based health services in every province and territory, so that any woman experiencing IPV can access the program and benefit from it.
Achieving that vision takes more than one organization. It takes champions who believe that women deserve access to long-term, health-focused support.
Whether you are a healthcare leader, policymaker, funder, service provider, researcher, or community advocate, there is a role you can play in strengthening the response to intimate partner violence.
Why champion iHEAL?
Intimate partner violence has lasting impacts on women's health, safety, and economic stability. These effects extend beyond individuals, placing ongoing demands on health, social, and community systems.
While crisis intervention remains essential, many women continue to face long-term health and recovery needs after the immediate crisis has passed. iHEAL was designed to fill this gap by providing evidence-informed, nurse-led support that helps women rebuild their health, strengthen their capacity, and navigate complex systems of care.
Championing iHEAL means supporting an approach that:
- Improves health outcomes and quality of life
- Reduces the long-term impacts of violence
- Strengthens coordination across health and community services
- Builds capacity within existing healthcare systems
- Supports long-term recovery beyond crisis response
Together, we can expand access to meaningful, sustainable care for women across Canada.
How You Can Champion iHEAL
Want to get involved?
Every champion contributes differently. Whether you are ready to implement iHEAL, advocate for its adoption, invest in its future, or explore partnership opportunities, your support helps make long-term recovery possible for more women.
