On the #NationalDayofRemembranceforVictimsofTerrorism, we remember the 329 victims of the terrorist attack on #AirIndiaFlight182 and honour those whose life was cut short or forever changed by a terrorist attack. bit.ly/3NCRsvL

Banks play a role in disrupting violence and addressing coercive & controlling behaviours. Canadian Bankers Association Ass. agrees we share a goal to fight economic abuse and safeguard economic empowerment for Canadians. See their response to our letter: bit.ly/4eclaFX Finance Canada

Our Ombud is a special advisor to Min of Justice/Attorney General of Canada. He recently met with the newly appointed Minister & was pleased to hear about the willingness to continue collaboration with Justice Canada in supporting victims of crime. bit.ly/466AUrP #VictimsFirst #SupportSurvivors

Met with the Minister of Public Safety Canada to discuss making victim rights enforceable and ways to ensure the safety of survivors of crime, keeping them safe at home throughout their involvement with the criminal justice system. Our letter to Gary Anandasangaree: bit.ly/445Nx3S

For the 20th anniversary of #VictimsWeek, past & present Ombuds for Victims discuss milestones on victims rights to be celebrated. The CVBR 10th anniv. is coming soon; time for us all to reflect on the challenges that still lie ahead. Justice Canada bit.ly/3Gi5Knb

📣 Huge news from OVS!📣 Starting Wednesday, August 6th, OVS is launching a brand-new Walk-In Counselling Program for survivors residing in Ottawa at no cost, confidential, and open to those affected by crime or traumatic events. ovs-svo.com/ovs-launches-n…

NeedHelpNow.ca offers support and step-by-step guidance if you need help getting your nude images or videos removed from the internet. For more info, check out NeedHelpNow.ca

#DYK – When submitting a victim statement, victims can request that Board members consider imposing special conditions on an offender’s conditional release, if granted. 1/2

We share a mutual goal w/ Women and Gender Equality Canada to end Gender-Based Violence. Our report on sexual violence will be released in the Fall. Looking forward to discussing its recommendations with newly appointed Minister, the Honourable Rechie Valdez bit.ly/4lNloG5

Creating the space where our youth feel at ease to share and open up without fear of judgement is the best way to keep them safe.

Trauma-informed and survivor-centered approaches are essential in all interactions with victims and survivors. Thank you WomanACT for crating this guide and sharing.

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Looking forward to collaborating with the honourable Ruby Sahota, Canada's first secretary of state for combatting crime. Let's work together to enhance justice & safety for all in Canada. bit.ly/4lkVFou Public Safety Canada

Today, we celebrate a pivotal moment in Canadian justice, the 10th anniversary of the coming into force of the Victims Bill of Rights. For the occasion, we call on gov't & elected officials to renew their commitment to improve victim rights. bit.ly/45eD33X

"What are my rights" is a practical list of questions to help victims and survivors navigate the Canadian justice system, it's the 1st of a series designed to raise awareness, promote accountability, and empower victims and survivors. Pls share widely bit.ly/4o2DzJE

If you or someone you know is a victim, contact Canada’s confidential Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010. #WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons

The National Office for Victims has published the 11th edition of the Information Guide for Victims of Crime, a comprehensive handbook on the federal corrections and conditional release system and the role victims play. Learn more: publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblc…

The Victim Complaint Resolution Report has a new format. It now provides 3 years of data showing trends about victims’ complaints submitted under the CVBR, types of complaints and how they were resolved. Learn more publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblc…