Publications

Programmes d’aide aux victimes d’actes criminels

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This two-page brochure explains options that victims of crime and their family members have to apply for emergency assistance, counselling, injury supports and services, or expense reimbursements.... More ≫

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This two-page brochure explains options that victims of crime and their family members have to apply for emergency assistance, counselling, injury supports and services, or expense reimbursements. Application instructions and program contact information is also included.

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Victims of crime assistance program

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This two-page brochure explains options that victims of crime and their family members have to apply for emergency assistance, counselling, injury supports and services, or expense reimbursements.... More ≫

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This two-page brochure explains options that victims of crime and their family members have to apply for emergency assistance, counselling, injury supports and services, or expense reimbursements. Application instructions and program contact information is also included.

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Sexual violence support services

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The Sexual Violence Police Advisory Committee (SVPAC) of Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services developed these cards for police services to distribute to victims of sexual violence. The... More ≫

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The Sexual Violence Police Advisory Committee (SVPAC) of Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services developed these cards for police services to distribute to victims of sexual violence. The cards affirm the rights of complainants to have their wishes respected at each stage of the criminal justice process and provide information about where to find supports and services in their community.

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Sexual violence investigation card

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Sexual assault investigations are uniquely challenging for both police and victims. This card can be used as a tool to support police during a sexual assault investigation for individuals 18 and... More ≫

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Sexual assault investigations are uniquely challenging for both police and victims. This card can be used as a tool to support police during a sexual assault investigation for individuals 18 and older. The card was developed by members of the Sexual Violence Police Advisory Committee, with input from Police, Victim Services and other relevant subject matter experts.

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Recommendation on victims services : report to government

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A review of the current model of victim service delivery, victim assistance funding, and victim compensation to ensure there is necessary assistance to victims of crime.

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Community impact statement

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This two-page pamphlet explains the purpose of a community impact statement, which gives a community an opportunity to tell the court how it has been affected by a crime. It explains what can and... More ≫

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This two-page pamphlet explains the purpose of a community impact statement, which gives a community an opportunity to tell the court how it has been affected by a crime. It explains what can and cannot be included in the statement, and how to submit the statement to the courthouse.

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Victim impact statement

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This two-page pamphlet explains the purpose of a victim impact statement, which gives the victim of a crime an opportunity to tell the court how he or she has been affected by a crime. It explains... More ≫

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This two-page pamphlet explains the purpose of a victim impact statement, which gives the victim of a crime an opportunity to tell the court how he or she has been affected by a crime. It explains what can and cannot be included in the statement, and how to submit the statement to the courthouse.

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Restitution

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This two-page pamphlet explains a victim's right to request restitution as a way for an offender to repay for damaged property, lost money, or extra expenses incurred by the victim due to a crime.... More ≫

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This two-page pamphlet explains a victim's right to request restitution as a way for an offender to repay for damaged property, lost money, or extra expenses incurred by the victim due to a crime. It explains can and cannot be claimed for restitution, and how to submit a statement on restitution to the crown prosecutor.

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Best practice guide for law enforcement investigations into sexual violence

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The purpose of this guide is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of adult sexual violence, including information on the... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to provide assistance to police services in developing policy and procedure relating to the investigation of adult sexual violence, including information on the neurobiology of trauma and resulting impact on how victims may respond and recall information. Victim resources and information is included.

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Independent report on the incarceration of Angela Cardinal

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Report on the independent review conducted by Roberta Campbell, LLB, a long-time criminal lawyer, into the incarceration of Angela Cardinal.

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