In the News

We were so excited to introduce our new Facility Dog Link to the community. Click the links below to watch some of the stories from our local media partners: MyLethbridgeNow CTV Lethbridge Lethbridge Herald Bridge City News Link II will work primarily at the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, a program of the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre, as part of a team helping children, youth and families deal with the traumatic effects of abuse.

The ability of art to communicate powerful messages is being harnessed this May by the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre to raise awareness of issues related to sexual violence. On May 5,, the Centre launched a unique art show at the Yates Theatre Gallery designed celebrate the strength and resilience of those impacted by sexual violence while fostering important conversations about the subject. Impact Unveiled: Beyond the Silence is a show curated from contributions from local artists sharing messages of survival, strength, empowerment and the emotions tied to these experiences.

To mark the beginning of Sexual Violence Prevention Month in May. Heidi Echavarria from Bridge City News stopped by to chat with Chinook Sexual Assault Centre CEO Kristine Cassie. To watch the full story click here

In a special Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM) episode, we welcome Chinook Sexual Assault Centre board chair Cayley King. We chat with Cayley about the importance of this essential awareness building opportunity, about the impact our organization is having in the community and the role the board plays in its success. Tp watch this episode Click Here

Therapy can make a huge difference in the lives of those who have been impacted by trauma. In this episode of our podcast Voices in the Wind, we speak to Dr. Kate Schwartzenberger, clinical director at the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre about the therapeutic services we offer and their importance to the healing journey of our clients. Click here to watch

March 20, 2025


Heidi Echavarria from Bridge City News chats with Cheryl Patterson, manager of the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre about the upcoming RunWild fundraising run which raises funds for Child and Youth Advocacy Centres across Canada. Click here to watch

Catholic Central High School’s production of the iconic musical Mamma Mia! is hoping to connect with audiences and community. The production is donating $5.00 from each ticket sold for three special “sing-along” performances March 15, 19 and 22 to the Chinook Cild and Youth Advocacy Centre (CCYAC). Cheryl Patterson, Manager of the CCYAC, took part in a press conference to promote the production. Mamma Mia! runs from March 14 until March 22 with performances at 7:00 p.

Listen now. Our podcast Voices in the Wind is now available wherever you access your favourite podcasts including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Our March episode features Cheryl Patterson, Manager of the Chinook Child and Youth Advocacy Centre. Cheryl speaks about the work the CCYAC is doing to support children and youth affected by abuse. She talks about the Centre’s programming and the unique partnerships between agencies which come together here. Access the audio version of the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5R9orHHguGpz932RALDkUY?si=5cRAP3K0TYScqqcbr8hA5Q

Chinook Sexual Assault Centre CEO Kristine Cassie was interviewed by My Lethbridge Now about why it is important that we continue to be involved in Pink Shirt Day.

Click here to read: https://www.mylethbridgenow.com/51633/news/community/no-better-time-than-now-to-promote-kindness-and-inclusivity/

Chinook Sexual Assault Centre CEO Kristine Cassie comments on the disturbing case of on an alleged sexual assault of a child at a public swimming pool in this story from Global Lethbridge.

Click here to watch https://globalnews.ca/news/11026422/lethbridge-child-sexual-assault-charges/

We are so proud of Anna Campmans and so appreciative of her volunteer work here at the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre. Check out this story on Global Lethbridge about her well deserved award from the YWCA.

Click here to watch: https://globalnews.ca/news/11026391/ywca-southern-alberta-women-of-distinction/

Every year, thousands of people across Canada are impacted by human trafficking. A new documentary titled “Into the Light” will be released soon. Into the Light will explore human trafficking in Indigenous communities in Alberta and includes an interview with our CEO Kristine Cassie. Native Counselling Services of Alberta is producing the film which is endeavouring to take human trafficking out of the dark and into the light of education, wellness and healing.

Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/CPdO4z0Uw4I?si=9UBvoo6kO6i7PzHI

February 27, 2025


Welcome to Voices in the Wind, a podcast from the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre (CSAC) where we share news about our mission to end sexual violence and child abuse across south-west Alberta. In our first episode we welcome CSAC CEO Kristine Cassie who talks about the history of the organization, some of the programming we offer, about the prevalence of sexual violence in our society and about what we can do to help.

Click here to watch: https://youtu.be/wH74DpmLF5c?si=ds8T_bV1MtQfqpNJ

Chinook Sexual Assault Centre CEO Kristine Cassie was a special guest on the CBC program Just Asking. The topic, “How to have difficult conversations about sexual assault” generated lots of important discussion. Click the link below to listen to the full episode or look for Just Asking on your favourite podcast app.

Click this link to listen: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-1424-just-asking/clip/16117499-how-difficult-conversations-sexual-assault