Community Based Victim Services
You Are Not Alone
If You Are in Immediate Crisis, Call the Vancouver Island Crisis line
1.888.494.3888
Providing free and confidential assistance to victims of emotional, physical or sexualized abuse and/or violence. CBVS workers can provide information about the justice system and safety planning, practical help, emotional support and, where appropriate, referrals to other programs. Self-referrals accepted.
Our Victim Services Workers can provide emotional support for survivors and help you create a plan best suited to your strengths in coping with challenges. We can also help you gain a better understanding of the criminal justice system as it relates to your situation. We work with survivors to ensure there is a foundation of knowledge and practical tools so you can feel supported along the entire process in seeking justice or healing.
How can we help?
Educating the Dynamics of Abuse
Assistance to Hospital and RCMP Reporting
Developing Safety Plans
Assistance with Criminal Justice Applications
Support with Victim Impact Statement
Support in Court and with Court Procedures
Support When Meeting Crown Counsel and Explanation of Justice System Representative Roles