Victim Services – Provincial Victim Services Program

Provides information, support and assistance. Includes:

• Giving information and answering questions about the criminal justice system (police, courts, prosecution, corrections)
• Getting information about the case
• Helping individuals contact police, the Crown Attorney, and the correctional system
• Helping individuals prepare to testify in court 
• Explaining and helping individuals prepare a victim impact statement
• Helping individuals apply for restitution 
• Helping individuals apply for criminal injuries counselling
• Providing special help to child victims or witnesses of crime
• Referring individuals to other agencies that may be helpful
• Criminal court preparation
• Courtroom tour

The program cannot give legal advice or long term counselling but can assist individuals in contacting other helping agencies.