Police and Court Education and Support
NOTE: COVID-19 UPDATE - COUNSELLING AND EDUCATION SERVICES HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL MARCH 31ST. INTAKES FOR COUNSELLING AND PACES PROGRAMS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED.
Provides specialized information, education, and support to past or recent survivors of sexual assault and their families as they navigate the legal system.
Service offers:
- answering questions about police / court processes and options in reporting the assault
- accompanying clients to the police and crown prosecutor
- discussing concerns about going to court
- accompanying clients to court and offering support
- assistance writing a Victim Impact Statement and Victim Compensation forms
- providing post court follow up
- providing appropriate information and referrals (restitution benefits, Victims of Crime Financial Benefits)