Domestic violence prevention services for her, for him, for them.

Serving Brantford and the County of Brant for over 40 years, Nova Vita provides trauma-informed emergency shelter, outreach support, and counselling services to individuals and families experiencing abuse, as well as counselling for individuals who have caused harm in their relationships.

Text & Online Chat Service

If you or someone you know, are experiencing violence or abuse in a relationship or homelessness, our crisis counsellors are now available to chat online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We know that reaching out is a difficult first step. We’re here to help.

Break The Silence On Domestic Violence

November 24, 2025

Our Vision

A world without violence where individuals, relationships, families, and communities are safe, empowered, and healthy.

Our Mission

Nova Vita works to end interpersonal violence and abuse by supporting individuals and families who have experienced domestic violence, intimate partner violence, or gender-based violence through the provision of crisis intervention, emergency shelter, transitional support, children’s programs, and counselling; and by fostering accountability for those who harm through intervention, counselling, public education, and system advocacy.

You Can Make a Difference

We can’t do it alone. Find out how you can help to end violence in our community.

Join Our Team!

Nova Vita is a great place to work, learn, and volunteer. Find out how to join our team.

Success Stories

“Everyone was easy to connect with and made me feel comfortable.”

“I am so thankful. Nova Vita helped me and my children to a fresh start at life.”

“I learned what to do when I start to feel broken down and on my own. I now know that I am not alone and I am enough.”

“I felt supported throughout my entire situation. Everyone was understanding and helpful and they were always there when I needed them.”

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Crisis and Support Calls Answered
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Women and Children Found Safe Emergency Shelter at Nova Vita
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Women Received Individual & Group Counselling

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