Victims Services

Saskatchewan RCMP work with Saskatchewan Justice to provide services to victims of crime. These services include crisis intervention, compensation and victim/witness services. Most areas of the province are covered by police-affiliated victims services programs.

Overview

Victims of crime have needs from the time of the crime until the justice/court process has been concluded. These needs are distinct from those addressed by social services, health, education or other services.

The Victims of Crime Act in Saskatchewan is the basis for the Victims Services Program of Saskatchewan Justice. Through the Act, a surcharge is levied on fines for federal and provincial offences. The money is the sole funding for services under the program.

Who is a Victim?

A victim is someone who has suffered harm such as:

• physical or mental injury;
• emotional suffering; or
• economic loss from an act that is a violation of criminal laws.

Victims Services also works with those who are victims of traumatic events such as fires, natural disasters or lost/missing persons.

If you are a victim, contact your local RCMP detachment (link to detachment contact info) or police service. They will put you in contact with Victims Services in your area.

Programs of Victims Services

• Crisis Intervention
  Victims Services workers help to meet the immediate needs of victims of crime for timely information, support and referral.
• Victim/Witness Services
  Victims Services provides court orientation and supports victims and witnesses during their involvement with the criminal justice system.
• Compensation
  Victims Services provides payment for reasonable expenses resulting from a criminal act of personal violence.
• Education and Training
  The Victims Services Program undertakes activities to educate the public and professionals about the needs of victims and how to respond in a helpful and compassionate way.

For more information contact:

Victims Services, Saskatchewan Justice at (306) 787-3500 or contact your local RCMP detachment or municipal police if you are a victim of crime and they can refer you to services.