India Opens ‘One Stop Centre for Women’ in Canada: A Lifeline for Distressed Nationals

In a landmark initiative, the Consulate General of India in Toronto has inaugurated the One Stop Centre for Women (OSCW) to assist Indian women in Canada who may be experiencing distress. The centre is designed to provide immediate counselling, psycho-social support, and legal facilitation, while connecting beneficiaries to relevant community and social-service resources.

The OSCW will operate from the Indian mission in Toronto and will be managed by a female Centre Administrator, ensuring women receive safe and comprehensive assistance. The intervention will remain fully aligned with Canadian laws, reflecting India’s commitment to safeguarding its diaspora while respecting local frameworks.
This initiative is expected to bridge critical gaps for Indian women abroad, offering them a reliable support system during vulnerable times.

Key Highlights

- Location: Operates from the Consulate General of India, Toronto.
- Services: Counselling, psycho-social support, legal facilitation, and community resource access.
- Focus Areas: Domestic violence, abuse, family conflict, abandonment, exploitation, and legal challenges.
- Administration: Run by a female Centre Administrator for safe and dignified delivery.
- Compliance: All interventions within the purview of Canadian law.

Sources: The Hans India, Livemint, Economic Times, The Hindu