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Organization:
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Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General - St Catharines - Victim/Witness Assistance Program
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Phone Numbers:
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905-685-2671
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Fax:
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905-685-2673
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Address:
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Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse
59 Church St
St Catharines, ON
L2R 7N8
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Intersection:
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Church St and James St
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Location:
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St Catharines (Downtown)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
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Executives:
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Linda Steckley - Manager
linda.steckley@ontario.ca
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Service Description:
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Supports for victims and witnesses of crime to help them understand, and participate in, the criminal court process * services provided on priority basis to the most vulnerable victims and witness of violent crime * services include:
- crisis intervention
- emotional support
- case-specific information
- court preparation and orientation information
- needs assessment
- referral to community agencies
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Call * accepts referrals by police, Crown Attorney, and community agency
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Victims and witnesses of violent crime such as child abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, elder abuse, domestic violence, motor vehicle fatalities, homicide, and hate crimes
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Notes:
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French reception * brochures available in many other languages
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Area Served:
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Lincoln, Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, St Catharines, Thorold, and West Lincoln
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Last Updated:
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4/3/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=183238
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