Project B.A.S.E.

Building Accessible Supports and Education through Athena’s Counselling and Advocacy Centre

Project B.A.S.E. reduces barriers to trauma-informed services and education for civilian and non-civilian members of the CFB Borden community, their families, and anyone in the wider community impacted by sexual or gender-based violence.

Services are available virtually, as well as in person on base and at Athena’s Barrie office.


Project B.A.S.E. (Building Accessible Supports and Education) through Athena’s Counselling and Advocacy Centre
Project B.A.S.E. at a glance

Connect with their CAF Outreach Coordinator

Call 705-737-2884 ext. 2224

Who this is for

  • CFB Borden community members (civilian and non-civilian)
  • Families and household members
  • Anyone in the wider community impacted by sexual or gender-based violence

What we offer

  • Free 1 on 1 counselling support for women and gender-diverse people age 16+
  • Psychoeducational workshops and events for the wider Borden community
  • Trauma-informed advocacy focused on safety, dignity, and choice

This support is built to reduce barriers. You do not need perfect wording, a formal plan, or “proof” of anything to reach out.
If you are impacted, you are eligible to ask for support.

How services are delivered

  • Virtual support options available
  • In person on base at CFB Borden
  • In person at Athena’s Barrie office

Confidential relocation and placement support

In some situations, safety requires more than counselling and education. When someone needs to explore relocation, we provide
confidential support and help with discreet placement navigation.

  • Privacy-first: information is handled with strict discretion and shared only on a need-to-know basis.
  • Advocacy-led: we help you understand options, reduce barriers, and move from uncertainty to clear next steps.
  • Coordinated support: where appropriate, we connect with trusted community resources to support safer transitions.

If you are unsure whether relocation is needed, reach out anyway. We can talk through options safely and confidentially.

How to connect

To connect with our CAF Outreach Coordinator, please call:

705-737-2884 ext. 2224

Services are available virtually, as well as in person on base and at Athena’s Barrie office.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are safe to do so, reach out to the CAF Outreach Coordinator to discuss support options.