Making a difference in the lives of those impacted by sexual exploitation
Based in the Greater Toronto Area and serving all of Canada, Rising Angels provides training, education, programs and support across Southern Ontario and beyond. Learn MoreWings of Hope
Join us for an incredible evening at “Wings of Hope” where Enchanted Booth will be capturing unforgettable moments, and we’ll be raising funds and support for Rising Angels! This exclusive event will take place on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, at Le Treport, 1075 Queensway East, Mississauga, ON L4Y 4C1.
Throughout the night, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a positive impact. Enjoy a delightful evening filled with live music, an art competition, a delicious 3 course dinner, an enticing silent auction, and engaging conversations.
Entertainment provided by Patti Jannetta & her band! And with Special Guest, Jackie Richardson O.C. The evening will start with a welcome reception featuring the sounds of Patricia Wheeler. The evening will be MC’d by a CTV News Channel weekend anchor Roger Petersen.
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Our Mission
At Rising Angels, our mission is to bring education about commercial sexual exploitation to professionals and the public, and to provide supportive services and safe environments to women affected by commercial sexual exploitation, allowing them to experience physical, mental, social and spiritual restoration in their lives.
Based in the Greater Toronto Area, Rising Angels provides training, programs and support across Ontario.
Survivors face societal stigma and discrimination, which can hinder their efforts to rebuild their lives and force them back into exploitative situations.
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INSPYRD ANGELS PILOT STUDY
The pilot study report should be released in 2025.
Rising Angels and Inspired Outcomes are pleased to announce a collaborative research project called Inspyrd Angels Pilot Study. The purpose of this pilot study is to assess & affirm that ‘trauma is an injury that can heal’.
Allen Kanerva & Inspired Outcomes is a coaching and training institute that specializes crisis intervention and the amelioration of adverse effects of trauma using a brief, proprietary protocol. The protocol itself and the modalities used are evidenced based. In 3rd party research and in coaching delivery, the protocol has demonstrated very high efficacy and little to no recurrence. Please see: www.thetraumateam.com
Rising Angels are often challenged to fulfill their commitment to their clients because of unresolved emotional trauma. Twelve Rising Angel clients will enter the pilot study. Psychometric trauma evaluations, quality of life (physical health) and economic indicators will be gathered pre and post protocol delivery. All indicators and assessments will be conducted by independent 3rd parties.
“Having a methodology to heal trauma for our clients will be a game changer for Rising Angels. As a person who previously suffered intensely from trauma, this protocol is life changing! Ultimately, it will enable women to live fulfilled lives.”
The pilot study report should be released in 2025.
Rising Angels intends to then use the results of this pilot to expand and enhance its programs by obtaining additional funding streams for this therapy and therefore helping more women to live trauma free and reclaim their lives. We need your help. Please donate now! For more information contact katarinamacleod@risingangels.net
Why we do this
Between 2011 and 2021, Canadian police services reported over 3,500 incidents of human trafficking.
97% of victims of police-reported human trafficking were women and girls.
91% of human trafficking victims in Canada know their trafficker
At Rising Angels, we know that our mission isn’t one we walk alone. We are deeply grateful for the collaboration and shared commitment that allows us to make a real difference. Together, we can achieve so much more than we ever could alone. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Our Partners
At Rising Angels, we know that our mission isn’t one we walk alone. We are deeply grateful for the collaboration and shared commitment that allows us to make a real difference. Together, we can achieve so much more than we ever could alone. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
The Dirty Truth
This IS the dirty truth, people! Katarina Macleod, Rising Angels executive direction talks about the harsh realities of sexual exploitation that women endure.
Content Warning: This video contains graphic language/description and potentially triggering imagery of Katarina’s experience with being sexually exploitated. Please be advised when watching.