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Press Release The Gatehouse Child Abuse Investigation & Support Site commonly referred to as “The Gatehouse” Celebrates 25 Years of Service For Immediate Release Toronto –The Gatehouse is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2023! The vision of The Gatehouse and restoration of this space started with Founder Arthur Raymond Lockhart, listening to a survivor share their story. He inspired many people with his idea to reach out to survivors of childhood sexual abuse within this...

Save the Date – Thursday, October 5, 2023, 7pm to 9pm EST                                       5th Annual Healing the Voice Within Fundraiser in support of The Gatehouse Date: Thursday, October 5th, 2023 Time: 7 pm – 10 pm EST Event Type: In-person Location: Liberty Grand Tickets are $85 per person More details to follow soon Media Contacts Maria Barcelos, MA Executive Director Email: mbarcelos@thegatehouse.org Lia Antonova Dama...

Creativity & Healing – Exploring the Inner Child By: Umair Memon, Gatehouse Placement Student Addiction & Mental Health   We spend three weeks on ‘Inner Child’ in the Peer Support Phase 1. As the sexual abuse took place when we were children, importance is given in exploring inner child work. This is an expansive topic and individuals can choose to spend considerable time doing inner child work outside of group as the three weeks can still not be...

Healing Through Curiosity  By Donneka Getten-Kerr, Placement Student, The Gatehouse, Social Service Worker   According to the Canadian Psychological Association, (n.d.), approximately 76% of Canadians report experiencing a traumatic event during their lifetime. So, it’s safe to say many people experience trauma at some point in life, at different degrees and extent of course. However, one thing for certain, it makes an impact on your life. It changes you. It may even stay with you for a while....