Victim Services – Safety Planning

Provided by: Government of Nova Scotia - Department of Justice

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Service Description

Assists with safety planning in cases of abusive relationships, as well as sexual assault prior to charges being laid. Assists with helping victims fill out peace bond applications.

Offers a safety plan booklet that can be personalized with information on:

  • Safety during an explosive incident
  • Safety when preparing to leave
  • Safety in your own residence
  • Safety with a protective order
  • Safety on the job and in public
  • Safety and your emotional health
  • Safety and drug or alcohol consumption
  • A list of what to take when you leave

Eligibility

Individuals in abusive relationships • Individuals who have been sexually assaulted

Application Process

Contact the local Provincial Victim Services Program office

Documents Required

No documents required

Fees

No fees

Languages Offered

English

Coverage Area

Nova Scotia

Contact Details

Provincial Victim Services Program – Sydney

Address:
136 Charlotte Street, 4th Floor
Sydney NS  B1P 1C3
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Mailing Address:
136 Charlotte Street, 4th Floor
Sydney NS  B1P 1C3

Site Info

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Site Hours

Monday
8:30am–4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am–4:30pm
Friday
8:30am–4:30pm

Accessibility

Wheechair accessible via elevator

Coverage Area

Cape Breton Regional Municipality • Inverness County • Richmond County • Victoria County • Guysborough County