For Mohini Datta-Ray, North York Women’s Shelter had a “one-shot opportunity” to build a new facility for its clients — women and children impacted by violence. North York Women's Shelter executive director Mohini Datta-Ray outside of the new shelter and services hub they're building in North York. ( Justin Greaves/Metroland )The $12-million building at 940 Sheppard Ave. W. can house up to 40 women and children. “The reason for the increase in size was we really knew we had a one-shot opportunity here and we needed to get it right,” said Datta-Ray, North York Women’s Shelter executive director. Article Continued BelowSince 1984, North York Women’s Shelter has helped more than 11,000 women and children heal from the trauma of abuse.

Source: thestar November 08, 2018 16:51 UTC