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Office of the Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime

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An institution that operates independently and at arm’s length from the Government of Canada, working to provide a voice for victims of crime, at the federal level, and to ensure that the commitments to respect victims and survivors are met and that their rights are upheld.

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If you or someone you know are in danger, dial 9-1-1 immediately for emergency services in your area.

Dial 9-8-8 for the Suicide Crisis Helpline Call 1-833-456-4566 for Crisis Service Canada

Call 1-800-668-6868 to reach the Kids Help Phone 1-855-242-3310 for the Hope for Wellness Line

If you have ever been subjected to sexual violence, whether you reported it or not, we want to hear from you, to ensure our investigation is guided by the voices of survivors of sexual assault.

We are currently experiencing higher than usual call volumes, which may result in longer wait or response times. Your call is important to us. If you are experiencing an emergency, please dial 911 immediately. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 9-8-8. Help is available. You can alsofind other support resources here.