Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime
Hundreds of programs exist to provide services and sanctuary to crime victims throughout Canada. They generally provide support and practical assistance.
Crime victim assistance programs provide a range of services, including:
■Information;
■Crisis intervention;
■Counselling;
■Emergency shelter;
■Advocacy;
■Short and long-term emotional support;
■Court preparation;
■Accompaniment throughout the justice system;
■Information sharing with victims of federally sentenced offenders (by the Correctional Service of Canada and the National Parole Board); and
■Referrals.
These assistance programs are generally offered by a variety of agencies, including police-based services, court-based services, community-based services, volunteers, or by non-governmental organizations or charitable organizations.