SACHA is a feminist, non-profit, community-based organization that provides supports to people who have experienced sexualized violence at any point in their lives. We work to end violence and oppression through education, advocacy, outreach, coalition building, community partnerships, and activism.
McMaster Resources
Campus Emergency Services
These emergency services are available to students, faculty, staff and main campus visitors.
Main Campus Security Link to Website
Phone: Call (905)525-9140 x 24281
Alternative Phone: (905) 522-4135
Any University Phone: Dial 88
Inside Every Elevator on Campus: Direct Line
Emergency Phones Map Link to Emergency Phone Map
Emergency phones are located throughout the campus. Pick up the phone and it will directly dial campus security.
Emergency First Response Team (EFRT) Link to website
Located in the McMaster University Student Centre room 103, to the right of Compass. Only available on main campus.
Phone: (905)522-4135
On-Campus Services
If you or someone you are with is in need of immediate medical attention, call campus security at (905) 525-9140 x 24281.
Student Wellness Centre Link to website
The Student Wellness Centre is the place on campus for students to address their wellness needs. We provide a range of counselling options, medical services, and wellness programs so that students can get the most out of their McMaster experience, academically and personally!
Phone: (905)-525-9140 x 27700
Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office Link to website
Our services are available to all members of the McMaster community, including undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education students, staff, faculty, medical residents, volunteers, visitors and visiting professors, and institutional administrators and officials representing McMaster University. Services include:
- Inclusive and Trauma-Informed Response and Support
- Prevention Education and Response Training
- Community Consultation and Referral
Call (905)-525-9140 ext. 20909
Food Collective Centre - MSU Link to website
The Food Collective Centre is McMaster’s on-campus food bank and food security resource. We are a service run by students dedicated to ensuring that food is always accessible to support food-insecure individuals. Our goals also include cultivating stronger food systems in the McMaster and surrounding community and advocating for systems to better accommodate and support students.
Phone: (905)-525-9140 ext. 27685
Women + Gender Equity Network (WGEN) Link to website
The MSU Women & Gender Equity Network (WGEN) is a peer support driven service that caters to women, trans folk, people who identify outside the gender binary, gender non-conforming folk and all survivors of sexual and gender-based violence from all gender identities. Located in MUSC 204.
Phone: (905)-525-9140 ext. 20265
Emergency Financial Support Link to website
Emergency Financial Support is a resource for students in a state of financial emergency such as:
- No money for food or rent
- Pending eviction from your place of residence
- Negative circumstances outside of your control
ONLINE / PHONE SERVICES
Employee and Family Assistance Program (Employees) Link to website
McMaster University is proud to offer the extended benefit of an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) with our partner, Telus Health.
Individuals can contact Telus Health through their website, app or by phone toll-free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to book appointments or access any EFAP service.
- Toll Free: 1.833.366.4544
- Visit: Telus Health Virtual Platform
- Download: LifeWorks Mobile App
Empower Me (Graduate Students) Link to website
24 hour counselling service funded by the GSA insurance plan.
Phone: 1-844-741-6389
We Speak Student Link to website
To meet and exceed the needs of all students across Canada, as more than just a health benefits program that serves and protects their interests, but a partner that puts the interests of all students first through transparent information and values.
Addictions
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
BIPOC Resources
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
Food & Housing Emergency Resources
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
2STLGBQIA+ Services
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
Medical Emergencies
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
Campus Emergency Services
These emergency services are available to students, faculty, staff and main campus visitors.
McMaster Security Services Link to website
Alternative Phone: (905) 522-4135 x 24281
Any University Phone: Dial 88
Inside Every Elevator on Campus: Direct Line
Emergency Phones Map View Emergency Phone Map
Emergency phones are located throughout the campus. Pick up the phone and it will directly dial campus security.
Emergency First Response Team (EFRT) Link to website
Located in the McMaster University Student Centre room 103, to the right of Compass. Only available on main campus.
Phone: (905) 522-4135
On-Campus Services
If you or someone you are with is in need of immediate medical attention, call campus security at (905) 525-9140 x 24281.
Student Wellness Centre Link to website
The Student Wellness Centre is the place on campus for students to address their wellness needs. We provide a range of counselling options, medical services, and wellness programs so that students can get the most out of their McMaster experience, academically and personally!
Phone: (905) 525-9140 x 27700
Off-Campus Services
Sexual Assault Centre - Hamilton (SACHA) Link to website
You are not alone. SACHA has been working for over forty years to support survivors of sexual assault while working to end violence and oppression.
Phone: (905) 525-4162
Hamilton Health Sciences Urgent Care Clinic - Main Street West Link to website
Staff and physicians at the UCC provide care for patients from 12 p.m. (noon) to 7 p.m., seven days a week. No appointments are required. Urgent care centres treat all ages: children and adults.
The Hamilton Health Sciences West End Clinic and Urgent Care Centre is a hub for various outpatient-based services.
The Urgent Care Centre is one of two in Hamilton and offers walk-in medical care for patients with urgent health concerns that can’t wait for a family doctor. It’s staffed by emergency room doctors and provides care for a range of issues including minor broken bones, respiratory illnesses, and minor infections.
Phone: (905) 529-7878
SJHH Urgent Care Centre, King Campus Link to website
Serving the Hamilton community, the St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton King Campus Urgent Care sees more than 50,000 patients a year.
Patients are encouraged to visit Urgent Care only if and when their condition cannot wait for a scheduled doctor’s appointment.
Our Urgent Care Centre is fully staffed with doctors and nurses who are highly trained in emergency medicine and equipped to perform assessments as a result of blood tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic tests.
Phone: 905-573-7777
Mental Health Resources
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).
Women’s Health Resources
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or text 9-1-1 (pre-registration is required).