Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Enhancing and Supporting Services to Victims in Ontario
Agreement Number:
13779438
Agreement Value:
$3,375,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2031
Description:
Ontario will advance victim services and access to justice for victims and witnesses, while giving victims a more effective voice in the criminal justice system in Ontario. Activities will include: an initiative with the Ontario Native Women's Association; an initiative with the Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation; the Ontario Independent Legal Advice program and independent legal representation for victims of sexual violence; training to increase the knowledge of justice personnel about the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and other legislation and best practices to support victims; and enhancing access to testimonial aids.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Enhanced capacity to deliver appropriate services that respond to victim and survivor needs.
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M5C 1C4
Reference Number:
119-2026-2027-Q1-00027
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Government
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
P/T Policy and Programs - Implementation (P/T)
Canadian Victims Bill of Rights
Independent Legal Advice/Independent Legal Representation (VF)
Recipient's Legal Name:
ONTARIO MINISTRY OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Federal Riding Name:
Toronto Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35109
Program:
Victims Fund
Program Purpose:
The Victims Fund, supports the Department of Justice’s mandate to ensure that Canada is a just and law-abiding society with a fair, relevant and accessible Canadian justice system.