Women in Tools: International Women's Day Workshop with RONA
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Rona Carleton Place, 535 McNeely Ave, Carleton Place, ON
On March 8, 2025, join our friends at Rona Carleton Place and Rachelle from Project Pine Designs for a Women in Tools workshop—an empowering, hands-on event in support of Lanark County Interval House.
🔨 Two sessions: 10 AM & 12 PM💲 $10 per person – 100% of proceeds support Lanark County Interval House🎟️ Bonus: Every registration and donation enters you to win a Dewalt Impact Driver Kit (a $200 value!)
Can’t attend? You can still donate and be entered in the draw!
This women’s-only event is designed to help you feel confident in the tool department! Rachelle from Project Pine Designs will walk you through power tool basics, answer all your DIY questions, and share must-know tips, including:🔹 What’s the first tool I should buy?🔹 Should I stick to one brand, or mix and match?🔹 Cordless vs. plug-in—which is better?🔹 What’s the difference between a mitre saw and a jigsaw?🔹 How do I even turn this tool on?!
This fun and inclusive workshop is perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts alike.
👩‍🔧 Spots are limited (15 per session)—register ASAP!🔗 Sign up here: Project Pine Designs
Let’s celebrate International Women’s Day by learning new skills and supporting survivors in our community! 💪✨

Sparkle Dance Ladies Night: IWD Dance in Support of Lanark County Interval House
2025-03-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Lombardy Agricultural Society, 6 Kellys Rd., Lombardy, ON
Join Chiropractic Care & Longevity Center for a glamorous night out in support of Lanark County Interval House!
🗓 March 8, 2025 | ⏰ 7:00 – 11:00 PM📍 Lombardy Agricultural Society (6 Kellys Rd., Lombardy)🎟 Tickets: $50 – includes food, music & an unforgettable evening!
Put on your sparkliest outfit and accessories and get ready to dance the night away with:🎶 DJ entertainment🍽 Delicious food💃 A night full of fun & celebration
This ladies-only event is all about empowerment, connection, and a little extra sparkle—all while supporting survivors in our community.
✨ Tickets are limited—grab yours now! ✨ call 613-264-0616 or email ladiessparkledance@gmail.com to get your ticket!

Paint Party with Paint with Janet
2025-04-13 14:00 - 16:00 | ON
Unleash your creativity at Paint With Janet!
Join us Sunday, April 13th, 2-4 PM at the Army Navy Club in Carleton Place for an afternoon of painting, laughter, and treats! 🍰☕
For just $60, you’ll create your own version of The Lost Garden—with a surprise twist! Plus, enjoy tea, coffee, and delicious goodies while supporting Lanark County Interval House & Community Support.

Spots are limited—only 60 seats! Secure yours now by e-transferring janet.beath@sympatico.ca. Don’t miss this fun-filled experience!

Basic Income: A Pathway to Help End the Cycle of Intimate Partner Violence
2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Carleton Place Town Hall, 175 Bridge St., Carleton Place
Don’t miss out!

On Thursday, April 24th, at 7:00 PM, join us at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium (175 Bridge Street) for an insightful event exploring the intersection between intimate partner violence and economic vulnerability, and how basic income could help reduce the incidence of this form of violence.

Esteemed guest speakers include Senator Kim Pate and Erin Lee, Executive Director of Lanark County Interval House & Community Support.

Also joining our panel will be a person with lived experience, who will share her personal experiences and insights.

This event is hosted by the Lanark Basic Income Network in collaboration with LCIHCS. While there is no cost to attend, registration via Tickets Please (www.ticketsplease.ca) is required to manage attendance. All are welcome—please join us!

Golf Fore Change: Second Annual Golf Tournament
2025-06-06 11:00 - 18:00 | Mississippi Mills Golf Club, 341 Wilson Street, Mississippi Mills, ON, Canada
Swing into Action for a Great Cause!
We’re back for our SECOND Annual Lanark County Interval House Golf Tournament Fundraiser—and we want you to be part of the fun!
Date: Friday, June 6, 2025Location: Mississippi Golf ClubTime: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
This mixed tournament welcomes all golfers—men and women—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just swinging for fun. Get ready for a day of friendly competition, great company, and community spirit, all in support of women and children fleeing violence.
What’s Included:

18 Holes of Championship Golf
Golf Cart
Swag Bag
BBQ Meal + Two Appetizers

Registration:

Teams of 2 or 4
$170 per person
Opens mid-March

Grab your clubs, gather your team, and tee off for a cause that truly matters. Let’s make our second annual tournament even bigger and better!

Take Back the Night 2025
2025-09-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Carleton Place Town Hall, 175 Bridge St., Carleton Place
Thursday, September 18, 5-8 p.m.
Meet us at Town Hall Square Park behind Carleton Place Town Hall.
Thursday, September 18, 5-8 p.m.
Meet us at Town Hall Square Park behind Carleton Place Town Hall.
Take Back the Night – Event Update (August 14, 2025)
We are making an important change to this year’s Take Back the Night event on Wednesday, September 18th. We will still gather at the park behind Carleton Place Town Hall at 5:00 PM for a condensed version of the evening — including the vigil, speeches, and our march.
The march will head down Bridge Street to Lake Avenue, where a free bus will be waiting at the Farmers’ Market (departing no later than 6:15 PM). Those not boarding the bus are welcome to continue marching back to the park.
The bus will take participants to Parliament Hill, where we will join allies in showing the federal government how much support women have — and how vital it is to protect the services and programs women across Canada rely on. The proposed 80% cut to wage funding will have serious impacts on women’s organizations across the country and the communities they serve. RESERVE YOUR SEAT ON THE BUS HERE.
Regardless if you are coming on the bus or not, we want a big turnout this year for the march and the trip to Parliament Hill. Between what’s happening in the U.S., the Hockey Canada trial, increased rates of intimate partner violence across Lanark County, Ottawa, and the nation — and the proposed wage cuts — women are in a precarious position both here in Canada and around the world. We want our community to show up in solidarity with women and girls everywhere.
Dress Code: We encourage everyone, whether joining us at Parliament Hill or not, to wear LCIHCS swag or purple. LCIHCS t-shirts will be half price for those going on the bus, and swag will be available for sale at As Good As New during the week leading up to the event.
The bus is free — and we want as many people as possible to join us in Carleton Place or meet us in Ottawa.
Since 2006, Carleton Place has been host to one of the most well-attended rural Take Back the Night Marches in Canada. Even on the soggiest of nights, local residents turn out with their banners and noise-makers in record numbers. All to demand that a woman’s right to walk our streets safely be upheld.
Take Back the Night is about women’s right to be free of violence and to walk without fear.

From the Take Back the Night Foundation website:
History: Take Back The Night is the earliest worldwide movement to stand against sexual violence, especially violence against women. TBTN Events began in the 1960’s in Belgium and England with protests about how women were not able to be safe walking down the street alone. In 1973, in the United States, a group of women at the University of Southern Florida dressed in black sheets holding broomsticks and marched through campus demanding a women’s center. In 1975, a crowd in Philadelphia held a Take Back The Night Event to protest the murder of a microbiologist walking near her home after work. In the 70’s San Francisco had a number of rallies in protest “snuff” pornography and violence against women. These early events have grown into hundreds of events on college campuses and in communities of all sizes and locations. The unifying theme of these events is to bring awareness to sexual violence and provide support for victims.
Foundation: In 2001, Katie Koestner, the first woman in the US to speak out nationally and publicly about being the victim of campus “date” rape, reached out to event organizers and participants in the US and globally about uniting our efforts and sharing our history. We wanted to bring the passion, energy and support of Take Back The Night to more communities. In establishing the Take Back The Night Foundation, the ability to share our collective history and support each other in our cause became possible. Today our Board Members and thousands of supporters work tirelessly to provide resources, funding, and healing to as many communities as possible.
Mission: Our Mission as a charitable 501(c)3 Foundation is to end sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual abuse and all other forms of sexual violence. We serve to create safe communities and respectful relationships through awareness events and initiatives. People of all backgrounds around the world are taking back their voices by speaking out against these crimes and taking a stand through Take Back The Night. Sexual violence, harassment, abuse, stalking, and trafficking continue in epidemic proportions. We have made great strides, but our march is far from over.
Today: Take Back The Night Events have been documented in over 36 countries, in over 800 communities, with more locations taking a stand every year. We have reached over 30 million people with our message of strength and support, and our commitment to ending sexual violence.

Annual General Meeting 2025
2025-09-23 17:30 - 20:00 | Lanark County Building, 99 Christie Lake Rd., Perth, On, Canada

2nd Annual 5K Harvest Shelter Fun Run
2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Carleton Place Junction
The Second Annual 5K Harvest Shelter Fun Run is happening October 4th alongside Pumpkin Fest!
Whether you walk, run, or cheer from the sidelines, it’s going to be a fun day with snacks, a silent auction, and even a large-scale obstacle course.

A huge thank you to Royal LePage Team Realty for hosting this amazing fundraiser in support of Lanark County Interval House and Community Support.

Local sponsors are wanted! To get involved, email rlpharvestfunrun@gmail.com

2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Carleton Place Canoe Club
Calling all boys’ sports coaches in Lanark County!
Join advocates from Lanark County Interval House for our October Coaching Boys into Men (CBIM) program training.
CBIM is an evidence-based, coach-led violence prevention program for athletes aged 12–18. This program is endorsed by the Coaches Association of Ontario and qualifies for NCCP professional development points.
CBIM empowers coaches to use their trusted leadership role to foster respect, leadership, and positive team culture that extends beyond the game. At LCIHCS, we support women and children impacted by gender-based violence, and CBIM is part of our work to prevent this violence before it starts.
Through simple weekly talking points integrated into regular practice time, the program helps coaches model and lead important conversations about respect, inclusion, and healthy relationships.
Join us on October 23rd 2025 from 6pm until 8pm to learn how you can implement this program into your team practices this season.
Any questions? Please contact Sadie Kotze, Public Education Coordinator at Lanark County Interval House, at sadie.kotze@lcih.com or 613-257-3467.
See you there!

November CBIM Coaches Training
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Oakfield Rugby Club, 2585 Drummond Concession 2, Perth, ON, Canada
Are you ready to take your coaching skills to the next level?
Calling all boys’ sports coaches in Lanark County!
Join advocates from Lanark County Interval House for our October Coaching Boys into Men (CBIM) program training.
CBIM is an evidence-based, coach-led violence prevention program for athletes aged 12–18. This program is endorsed by the Coaches Association of Ontario and qualifies for NCCP professional development points.
CBIM empowers coaches to use their trusted leadership role to foster respect, leadership, and positive team culture that extends beyond the game. At LCIHCS, we support women and children impacted by gender-based violence, and CBIM is part of our work to prevent this violence before it starts.
Through simple weekly talking points integrated into regular practice time, the program helps coaches model and lead important conversations about respect, inclusion, and healthy relationships.
Join us on November 20th 2025 from 6pm until 8pm to learn how you can implement this program into your team practices this season.
Any questions? Please contact Sadie Kotze, Public Education Coordinator at Lanark County Interval House, at sadie.kotze@lcih.com or 613-257-3467.
Register here!

Finding Your Power Through Art: A 16 Days of Activism Event
2025-11-29 13:00 - 15:00 | 1881 Rogers Road, Perth, ON, Canada
Join us for a transformative afternoon of creativity, reflection, and empowerment. Finding Your Power Through Art invites participants to explore how artistic expression can be a tool for healing, connection, and social change.
Led by the artists of the Conscious Canvas Collective—a group of four women whose practices centre on equity, identity, and the intersection of art and advocacy—this workshop offers a welcoming, inclusive space for participants to reconnect with their inner strength and voice.
Through guided creative exercises and open discussion, you’ll discover how art can help us reclaim our stories, spark dialogue, and inspire change in our communities. No prior art experience is needed—just curiosity and an open mind.
All materials are provided. No art experience or skill necessary!
GET YOUR TICKETS

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02 | ON
The holidays should feel magical — full of warmth, traditions, and joy.

But for women, teens, and children leaving violence, the season can be heavy.

Some will spend December at Interval House. Others will be rebuilding their lives in the community with nothing but what they could pack quickly.

This Giving Tuesday, we aren’t asking for big gestures.

We’re asking for small acts of care.

💜 The next time you stop for a coffee or run an errand, pick up a $5–$10 gift card.

It might seem small to us — but for a woman starting over, it means autonomy.

It allows a mom to choose her own gifts for her children.

It allows a teen to pick something that feels like them.

It says: you deserve choice, dignity, and joy.

How You Can Help This Holiday Season

Donate a Gift Card:

Coffee shops, local stores, gas stations, grocery stores — any denomination.

Gift cards empower women by putting choice directly into their hands.

Giving a Gift (unwrapped):

We especially ask you to keep teens in mind this year.

Suggested items:

• Cozy socks & self-care items

• Arts & crafts sets

• Journals or books

• Headphones

• Board games & puzzles

• Sweet treats

• Home décor or small household items

• Outdoor toys for kids

Make a Financial Donation:

Donate through CanadaHelps.ca, LCIH.org, or e-transfer to finance@lcih.com

Host a Third-Party Fundraiser:

A pajama drive, gift card tree, workplace challenge — big or small, it all helps.

Email cathie.mcormond@lcih.com for details.

Sponsor a Family:

Give directly to a family rebuilding their life. Email lindsay.hunter@lcih.com for more information.

Drop off unwrapped gifts by December 11 to:

IDA (Carleton Place)

Barnabe’s Independent (Perth)

RONA (Carleton Place and Smiths Falls)

Equator Coffee (Almonte)

Love Bites: Unpacking Toxic Romance in Twilight Interactive Movie Screening
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, Ontario, Canada
Calling all Twihards! 🧛‍♂️🧛‍♀️
Join us for a fang-tastic evening as we sink our teeth into the red flags of everyone’s favorite vampire romance. Love Bites isn’t your average movie night — we’re turning the Twilight saga upside down with interactive games, a costume contest, and a chance to spot the toxic sparks in Bella and Edward’s “undying” romance.
Come dressed as your favorite Cullen, Quileute, or Forks resident for a chance to win prizes! 🍿 Snack included with admission, plus fun activities like red-flag waving and more surprises.
Whether you’re Team Edward or Team Jacob, this is your chance to sparkle, scream, and giggle through the cult classic Twilight like never before.
Prepare for a night of immortally bad romance and immortal fun — this is one screening you don’t want to miss!
Get your tickets here!

Coaching Boys Into Men Training
2026-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 | ON
Registration for January 13th 2026 CBIM Coaches Training

Calling all boys’ sports coaches in Lanark County! Join advocates from Lanark County Interval House for our January 2026 Coaching Boys into Men (CBIM) program training.

CBIM is an evidence-based, coach-led violence prevention program for athletes aged 12–18. This program is endorsed by the Coaches Association of Ontario and qualifies for NCCP professional development points.
CBIM empowers coaches to use their trusted leadership role to foster respect, leadership, and positive team culture that extends beyond the game. At LCIHCS, we support women and children impacted by gender-based violence, and CBIM is part of our work to prevent this violence before it starts.
Through simple weekly talking points integrated into regular practice time, the program helps coaches model and lead important conversations about respect, inclusion, and healthy relationships.Join us in Carleton Place on January 13th 2026 from 6pm until 8pm to learn how you can implement this program into your team practices this season. Interested in having us come to you to train all of the coaches in your association? Please reach out via the contact information below and we can set something up.

Any questions? Please contact Sadie Kotze, Public Education Coordinator at Lanark County Interval House, at sadie.kotze@lcih.com or 613-257-3467.
Learn more about the CBIM program here: https://youtu.be/N8N5emwY-wE

Register Here

IWD T-Shirt Design Contest Deadline
2026-01-19 | ON
Calling all creatives! Celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 with us by entering our Feminist T-Shirt Design Contest!

Show off your artistic skills and your love for women’s empowerment. The top two designs will be printed on t-shirts and sold to support Lanark County Interval House!

Deadline to enter: January 19

Public voting: January 21–24

Get your ideas flowing, your pencils moving, and let’s make some wearable art that celebrates women everywhere!

Enter here

Questions? Contact Sadie at sadie.kotze@lcih.com or 613-257-3467

#IWD2026 #FeministArt #LanarkCounty #DesignForACause #WomenSupportingWomen

2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, Ontario, Canada
Calling all Twihards! 🧛‍♂️🧛‍♀️Join us for a fang-tastic evening as we sink our teeth into the red flags of everyone’s favorite vampire romance. Love Bites isn’t your average movie night — we’re turning the Twilight saga upside down with interactive games, a costume contest, and a chance to spot the toxic sparks in Bella and Edward’s “undying” romance.Come dressed as your favorite Cullen, Quileute, or Forks resident for a chance to win prizes! 🍿 Snack included with admission, plus fun activities like red-flag waving and more surprises.Whether you’re Team Edward or Team Jacob, this is your chance to sparkle, scream, and giggle through the cult classic Twilight like never before.Prepare for a night of immortally bad romance and immortal fun — this is one screening you don’t want to miss!📅 Friday, February 13 | 6 PM | 🎟 $25📍 Mississippi Valley Textile Museumhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/love-bites-unpacking-toxic-romance-in-twilight-interactive-movie-screening-tickets-1964606480870?aff=oddtdtcreator

Family Violence and the Law: Training with Pamela Cross
2026-02-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Beckwith Municipal Hall, 2022 Beckwith Park Lane, Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
Lanark County SADV Presents: Family Violence and the Law: A Free Training with Pamela CrossExplore family & criminal law intersections in GBV cases, challenges for survivors, and current law reforms. This full-day training explores the intersections of family and criminal law in cases involving family violence, with a focus on understanding the big picture rather than procedural details. Participants will examine common legal challenges survivors face, including parental alienation, coercive control, publication bans, and dual or counter-charging, referencing insights from the CKW inquest.Through interactive sessions, small group exercises, and expert guidance, attendees will:Understand how family and criminal law address (or fail to address) family violence.Identify challenges for survivors navigating both systems.Explore current federal and provincial law reform initiatives, including bills related to criminal and family law responses to gender-based violence.Facilitator: Pamela Cross is a feminist lawyer and nationally recognized expert on violence against women and the law. She is a researcher, writer, educator, and trainer with women’s equality and violence against women organizations across Canada. Pamela’s 2024 book, And Sometimes They Kill You: Confronting the Epidemic of Intimate Partner Violence, was shortlisted for the Donner Prize and examines systemic failures in addressing intimate partner violence while offering a whole-of-society strategy for change.Additional Information: A lunch will be provided for all participants.This training is ideal for professionals working in justice, social services, or community organizations who want to deepen their understanding of the legal landscape surrounding family violence and support survivors effectively.Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-violence-and-the-law-training-with-pamela-cross-tickets-1977671686251?aff=oddtdtcreator

Breaking the Silence: Solar Prints and Storytelling Event (Age 16+)
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, Ontario, Canada
Explore cyanotype in a 2-hour workshop for Sexual Assault Prevention Month—using sun printing for storytelling, reflection, and activism.

Breaking the Silence on Sexual Assault: A Cyanotype Workshop for Reflection & Healing
In recognition of Sexual Assault Prevention Month, Lanark County Interval House Community Support (LCIHCS) invites you into a creative, reflective space focused on breaking the silence around sexual violence and centring healing, care, and community connection.
Presented by Lanark County Interval House Community Support (LCIHCS) and co-led by artist Abby Nowakowski in partnership with LCIHCS, this workshop invites participants into a hands-on creative experience rooted in reflection, connection, and community care.
Through a hands-on cyanotype workshop—a sun-printing process that produces vivid blue images—participants will be guided by artist Abby Nowakowski in exploring storytelling through art. LCIHCS team members Jess, Sadie, and Emma will be present throughout the session to support the space and offer grounding, reflective, and healing-focused activities.
This gathering is intended as a shared space for healing, reflection, and creative expression. While lived experiences of sexual violence are deeply acknowledged and held with care, this is not a space for sharing detailed personal trauma narratives. Instead, we will focus on creativity, grounding, and collective care within a supportive and respectful environment.
This event is open to everyone. You do not need to identify as a survivor to attend. It is for those who have been impacted by sexual violence directly or indirectly, as well as those who wish to show care, solidarity, and support for survivors and their communities. All are welcome, with a kindly requested age minimum of 16+.
Content / Trigger Warning: This event will reference and engage with themes related to sexual assault, domestic violence, and violence against women (SA, DV, VAW).
Supported by funding from: Mississippi Mills Community Fund and the Ottawa Community Fund.
The Mississippi Mills Community Fund is a public, charitable organization created by and for the people of Mississippi Mills. The Fund works with donors and the community at large as a trusted partner to fulfill impact philanthropy and bring about positive, systemic, and sustainable change.
