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Victim / Witness Assistance Program
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Office: 705-848-8266
200 Ontario Ave
Elliot Lake, ON, P5A 1Y5
Elliot Lake, ON, P5A 1Y5
Short Description
Information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process. Services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over. Services include:
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids, trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
Vulnerable Victims and Family Fund (VVFF) -- Helps support victims of violent crime, families of homicide victims and families of motor vehicle fatalities participate more fully in the criminal court process by providing financial assistance and court-based supports for:
- travel to attend key court dates
- language interpretation services
- special accommodations for victims with disabilities, such as real-time captioning
- basic necessities for victims of human trafficking or gun and gang violence while attending for court
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Confidential Support Services for Women
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Office: 705-461-6120
Crisis: 1-877-336-2433
31A Manitoba Rd
Elliot Lake, ON, P5A 2A7
Elliot Lake, ON, P5A 2A7
Short Description
Supports, accompanies and advocates for the autonomy of all Francophone women who have experienced, are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing gender-based violence.
Offers a range of services, including:
- Fem'aide, 24-hour crisis line
- Individual counseling
- Support groups
- Referral to community agencies and services
- Accompaniment to appointments and various meetings
- Public education and awareness campaigns
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Women's Shelter
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Office: 705-356-7142
Crisis: 705-356-7800
13 Sawmill Rd
Mississauga First Nation, ON, P0R 1B0
Mississauga First Nation, ON, P0R 1B0
Short Description
Operates a short term 10-bed emergency shelter for women who have been victims of physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse, and their children
Services provided include:
Transitional Support Services include:
- Provides public education workshops and seminars to raise awareness about the issues and impacts of violence against women and children
- Gratefully accepts donations of money, furniture, lightly used clothing or any household items or appliances
Services provided include:
- 24-hour crisis line
- Advocacy
- Child Support Worker
- Counselling support
- Court accompaniment and referrals
- Emergency transportation
- Referral to community services
- Transition and safety planning
Transitional Support Services include:
- Counselling
- Educational upgrading
- Health and wellness services
- Housing
- Income support
- Job training
- Legal assistance/legal aid
- Parental support
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Victim / Witness Assistance Program
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Office: 705-282-1924
25 Phipps St
Gore Bay, ON, P0P 1H0
Gore Bay, ON, P0P 1H0
Short Description
Information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process. Services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over. Services include:
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids, trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
Vulnerable Victims and Family Fund (VVFF) -- Helps support victims of violent crime, families of homicide victims and families of motor vehicle fatalities participate more fully in the criminal court process by providing financial assistance and court-based supports for:
- travel to attend key court dates
- language interpretation services
- special accommodations for victims with disabilities, such as real-time captioning
- basic necessities for victims of human trafficking or gun and gang violence while attending for court
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Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario
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Office: 705-370-3378
54 Boosneck Rd, Unit 101
Northeastern Manitoulin And The Islands, ON, P0P 1K0
Northeastern Manitoulin And The Islands, ON, P0P 1K0
Short Description
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) - program of last resort where no other available private or public resource is available
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
- needs assessment
- safety planning
- referrals to community services
- enhanced support for vulnerable victims
- assistance with applications to VQRP+
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
- Additional assistance for victims of human trafficking includes storage locker, tattoo removal and treatment at a recovery facility
- No direct reimbursements are made to victims for the supports listed above
- Financial support is also available for victims who sustained serious physical injuries during a crime and for parents of homicide victims and spouses of homicide victims
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Building Bridges Program
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Office: 705-368-3400
Short Description
- Provides group programming to children who have been exposed to violence against women in their homes
- Offers a closed group setting for children to help them understand what has happened, to talk about their fears, and to feel safe again
- Offers a concurrent program when possible, to mothers participating in the program as well
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Women's Shelter
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Office: 705-368-3400
Crisis: 705-377-5160
Short Description
Operates a shelter for abused women and their children who have been victims of physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse
Provides women with access to:
Provides women with access to:
- Advocacy
- Crisis management
- Safety planning
- Short term counselling
- Rights information
- Transitional support which includes help with housing, employment, financial aid, and court support
- Violence prevention strategies
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Bikers Against Child Abuse
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Office: 705-806-4712
Short Description
Provides empowerment and support to children who have been abused, including those who have a court case pending in the court system
To determine what Ontario Chapter might be closest, visit the Ontario page here
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Family Information Liaison Unit
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Office: 705-675-1658
161 Applegrove St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3C 1N2
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3C 1N2
Short Description
Provides family members of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Men, Boys and 2SLGBTQI+ People access to confidential, culturally responsive, trauma-informed and victim-centered assistance
- Supports families by facilitating connections with culturally appropriate referrals and supports
- Facilitates the gathering of case-specific information about police investigations, coroner's reports/reviews, court proceedings or other government processes and provides information to family
- Family Information Liaison Unit (FILU) staff members are of Indigenous ancestry, knowledgeable, culturally competent and responsive to the needs of the family members they serve
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Victim / Witness Assistance Program
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Office: 705-564-7694
159 Cedar St, Suite 201
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 6A5
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 6A5
Short Description
Information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process. Services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over. Services include:
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids, trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
Vulnerable Victims and Family Fund (VVFF) -- Helps support victims of violent crime, families of homicide victims and families of motor vehicle fatalities participate more fully in the criminal court process by providing financial assistance and court-based supports for:
- travel to attend key court dates
- language interpretation services
- special accommodations for victims with disabilities, such as real-time captioning
- basic necessities for victims of human trafficking or gun and gang violence while attending for court
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Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario
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Office: 705-522-6970
190 Brady St, 1st Fl
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1C7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1C7
Short Description
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) - program of last resort where no other available private or public resource is available
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
- needs assessment
- safety planning
- referrals to community services
- enhanced support for vulnerable victims
- assistance with applications to VQRP+
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
- Additional assistance for victims of human trafficking includes storage locker, tattoo removal and treatment at a recovery facility
- No direct reimbursements are made to victims for the supports listed above
- Financial support is also available for victims who sustained serious physical injuries during a crime and for parents of homicide victims and spouses of homicide victims
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Police Services
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Office: 705-675-9171
Crisis: 9-1-1
190 Brady St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1C7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1C7
Short Description
Deals with the prevention of crime, investigation of criminal activities and enforcement of law and order
Victim Assistance Unit
Victim Assistance Unit
- Provides victims and witnesses with support, information, and assistance for victims of domestic assault
- Oversees the operations of the Police Department and sets policies within the limits set by the statutes
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Women's Sexual Assault Support Services - Voices for Women
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Office: 705-671-5495
Crisis: 705-675-4760
127 Cedar St, 7th Fl
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1A9
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 1A9
Short Description
Voices for Women is providing hybrid services, utilizing in person, telephone or virtual care to support survivors.
Anyone new looking to access services are encouraged to call 705-671-5495 or email [email protected] to make an appointment to book an intake.
Drop in services are not available at this time.
All in person services require that a mask be worn.
Crisis intervention and culturally sensitive counselling, supports and referrals
- a 24 hour telephone crisis line
- individual counselling and support groups
- legal support, advocacy, information, and referrals
- court support, accompaniment and advocacy program
- information on alternatives to legal justice system
- public education and training to end gender based violence in our community
- all services confidential
- Trans/ gender diverse positive environment
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Child Victim Witness Program
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Office: 705-524-9629
260 Cedar St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 1M7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 1M7
Short Description
Provides personalized support to help child and youth victims and witnesses feel more confident and prepared for court
Goal of the program is to
- help victims feel stronger and more in control
- reduce the trauma caused by the crime
- support children, youth, and their caregivers as they get ready to testify and understand the court process
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Supportive Counselling Program
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Office: 705-673-4754
370 St Raphael St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Short Description
Provides individual and group counselling
Topics include:
Topics include:
- Empowerment
- Positive solutions to the effects of abuse
- Safety planning
- Stress management
- Strengthening self-esteem and self-confidence
- Well-being for the short and long-term
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Family Court Support Worker
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Office: 705-673-4754
370 St Raphael St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Short Description
Facilitates a victim's understanding of and passage through the family court system. Support provided includes:
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- debriefing with clients following family court appearances
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
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Shelter - Genevra House
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Office: 705-674-2210
Administration: 705-673-4754
370 St Raphael St
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 4K7
Short Description
- Operates a 32-bed emergency shelter for women and children escaping intimate partner abuse, and older women 55+ who are being abused by their live-in caregiver
Services include:
- 24/7 crisis line
- Transitional and housing support
- Brief counselling
- Child and youth program
- Family court support
- Educational outreach programs and services
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Confidential Support Services for Women
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Office: 705-670-2517
Crisis: 1-877-336-2433
584 Clinton Ave, Suite 103
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 2T2
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3B 2T2
Short Description
Supports, accompanies and advocates for the autonomy of all Francophone women who have experienced, are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing gender-based violence.
Offers a range of services, including:
- Fem'aide, 24-hour crisis line
- Individual counseling
- Support groups
- Referral to community agencies and services
- Accompaniment to appointments and various meetings
- Public education and awareness campaigns
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Family Court Support Worker
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Office: 705-759-1230
23 Oakland Ave
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Short Description
Facilitates a victim's understanding of and passage through the family court system. Support provided includes:
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- debriefing with clients following family court appearances
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
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Women's Emergency Shelter
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Office: 705-759-1230
23 Oakland Ave
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Short Description
Operates a 24-bed emergency shelter for women and children who have been affected by abuse and violence
Offers the following services:
- Advocacy
- Assistance in finding housing
- In-House Child Care
- Parenting Skills
- Short and Long-Term Counselling
Sexual Assault Centre
Crisis intervention and culturally sensitive counselling, supports and referrals
- a 24 hour telephone crisis line
- individual counselling and support groups
- legal support, advocacy, information, and referrals
- court support, accompaniment and advocacy program
- information on alternatives to legal justice system
- public education and training to end gender based violence in our community
- all services confidential
- Trans/ gender diverse positive environment
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Office: 705-759-1230
23 Oakland Ave
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 2T2
Short Description
- Operates a 24-bed emergency shelter for women who have been victims of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, and their children
- Offers long-term and crisis counselling for women who have been victims of sexual assault or abuse both current and historic
- Offers educational groups on topics such as self-esteem, self worth, exploring the cycle of violence, healthy relationships, safety planning, housing, and advocacy
- Offers client referrals for counselling and to government services
- Provides community education and awareness on the issues of abuse
- Provides on site child care for women who are residents of the shelter for court dates, doctors appointments, group sessions
- Offers on site child care for non-resident women during group sessions, Call for information on programs offering this service
- Offers parenting support and counselling sessions
- Offers a Family Court Support Worker Program
- Offers a Transitional and Housing Support Program
Note: A woman does not have to be a resident of the centre to access these services
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Victim Quick Response Program
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Office: 705-945-6905
Crisis: 9-1-1
580 Second Line E
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6B 4K1
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6B 4K1
Short Description
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) - program of last resort where no other available private or public resource is available
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario - On-site early intervention and crisis intervention
- needs assessment
- safety planning
- referrals to community services
- enhanced support for vulnerable victims
- assistance with applications to VQRP+
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the eligible incident, may include home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
- Additional assistance for victims of human trafficking includes storage locker, tattoo removal and treatment at a recovery facility
- No direct reimbursements are made to victims for the supports listed above
- Financial support is also available for victims who sustained serious physical injuries during a crime and for parents of homicide victims and spouses of homicide victims
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Victim / Witness Assistance Program
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Office: 705-946-6567
426 Queen St E
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 6W2
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 6W2
Short Description
Information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process. Services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over. Services include:
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids, trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
Vulnerable Victims and Family Fund (VVFF) -- Helps support victims of violent crime, families of homicide victims and families of motor vehicle fatalities participate more fully in the criminal court process by providing financial assistance and court-based supports for:
- travel to attend key court dates
- language interpretation services
- special accommodations for victims with disabilities, such as real-time captioning
- basic necessities for victims of human trafficking or gun and gang violence while attending for court
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Confidential Support Services for Women
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Office: 705-253-0049
Crisis: 1-877-336-2433
111 Elgin St, Suite 302
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 6L6
Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6A 6L6
Short Description
Supports, accompanies and advocates for the autonomy of all Francophone women who have experienced, are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing gender-based violence.
Offers a range of services, including:
- Fem'aide, 24-hour crisis line
- Individual counseling
- Support groups
- Referral to community agencies and services
- Accompaniment to appointments and various meetings
- Public education and awareness campaigns
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Outreach Program
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Office: 705-753-5571
Short Description
- Provides safety planning to women leaving abusive partners
- Educates women about their rights
- Provides the opportunity to discuss issues surrounding domestic violence in a group setting
- Accompanies individuals to appointments such as court, lawyers offices, police, and the hospital
- Refers individuals to appropriate community services
- Advocates to ensure individuals receive appropriate services
- Offers individual support at the Outreach office, by telephone, or by home visits (if deemed safe for worker)
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