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India's Toronto Consulate Launches One-Stop Centre for Women in Distress

The mission promises counselling, legal coordination, a 24/7 helpline, all within Canadian law.

Overview

  • The One Stop Centre for Women operates from the Consulate General of India in Toronto and is managed by a female administrator.
  • Assistance is available exclusively to Indian passport holders facing domestic violence, abandonment, exploitation, family disputes or legal difficulties.
  • Services include immediate counselling, psycho‑social support, coordination of legal advice, and referrals to Canadian community and social services through empanelled NGOs.
  • Support is offered on a means‑tested basis under Government of India rules, with contact via a 24/7 helpline at +1 (437) 552‑3309 and osc.toronto@mea.gov.in.
  • The consulate has published FAQs outlining the scope and limits of assistance, as Canadian authorities continue a homicide probe with a nationwide warrant for Abdul Ghafoori in the death of Himanshi Khurana.