Call us at 1-877-938-6580 or complete our contact form.
"I've experienced a hate crime or hate incident."
Are you experiencing emotional and social impacts of a hate crime or hate incident that are negatively affecting your well-being? Evolve is a confidential, voluntary, and no-cost program to support you in your time of need.
We work with individuals and communities who have experienced a hate crime or hate incident, providing a place to share your experience and find support. We can provide counselling, resources, advice and advocacy to support you.
We are headquartered in Edmonton and provide services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. If you are outside of this region, please still contact us, as we can work remotely with individuals and families from across Canada or connect you with services in your area.
When should I reach out to evolve?
If you or someone close to you relates to ANY of the following statements, reach out and start a conversation today.
- I’ve experienced a hate crime or hate incident because of my race, national or ethnic origin, language, colour, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
- I want a safe and empathetic place to talk about my experience
- I want to explore or pursue formal reporting measures related to my experience
- I tried to get help in the past and felt the support I was offered was inadequate
- I’m unsure of my rights and what supports/resources are available
- I am unsure if what I experienced is hate related or “serious enough” and want to talk through this with someone
- I’m experiencing negative physical, emotional, financial, or psychological effects because of what I experienced
- I’m worried that a similar situation will occur again in the future
What happens when I contact you?
When you fill out our contact form, an Evolve team member will reach out within two to three business days. We will contact you by e-mail, text message, or phone call — it’s your choice based on what you select in the form.
During that initial reach-out, our team member will provide a safe space for you to share your story. If Evolve is the best program to support you, our team will outline a plan to address your concerns, which may include counselling, resources, advice, and advocacy. If Evolve is not the correct fit, our staff will discuss options and work to connect you with the right resources.
Reach out
If you’d like to speak with one of our team members, reach out now. We respond to all messages within two to three business days.
To respect your privacy and ensure everyone’s safety, we will only respond to missed calls if a voice or text message is left. If you have an immediate safety concern, contact your local police.
Our team operates independent from government and law enforcement, and we work to assure your privacy. There are specific situations in which we may be compelled to share information with law enforcement or other agencies — read our confidentiality statement to learn more.
Call us at 1-877-938-6580 or fill out the form below.
Need Help? Contact the Evolve Program
If you’re looking for a listening ear, contact us now. We respond to all messages within three business days.
To respect your privacy & ensure everyone’s safety, we will only respond to missed calls if a voice or text message is left.
If you have an immediate safety concern, contact your local police.Our team operates independent from government and law enforcement and we work to assure your privacy. There are specific situations in which we may be compelled to share information with law enforcement or other agencies — read our confidentiality statement to learn more.
For questions about Evolve, call or text us at: 1 (877) 938-6580.