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Capella Centre (St. Paul & Area)

About​

Capella Centre is a family violence prevention organization in St. Paul, Alberta that operates the Columbus House of Hope emergency shelter and provides crisis supports and related programs.

Coverage​

Primarily St. Paul and surrounding area (services are based in St. Paul, Alberta).

Who it’s for​

  • Women, children, and families affected by domestic abuse / family violence or other urgent crisis situations

Contact​

  • 24-hour support line (toll-free): 1-800-263-3045
  • 24-hour support line (local): 780-645-5195
  • Text: 780-227-6272
  • Business line (non-urgent inquiries): 780-645-5132
  • Website: https://capellacentre.ca/

Hours​

  • 24/7/365 (24-hour support line; shelter is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year)

Additional programs and supports​

  • Shelter School Program: Children staying at the shelter can continue their schooling through the shelter's school program — families do not have to worry about their children's education being disrupted while accessing safety.
  • Pet Safekeeping: Capella Centre offers a pet safekeeping program so that individuals and families do not have to worry about leaving pets behind when fleeing a dangerous situation.

Notes​

  • Capella Centre’s website includes a quick-exit (“Leave this website now”) feature for safety.

Sources​

Last compiled/checked: December 23, 2025