Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP)
If you are a victim of a crime, you can apply to the BC Crime Victim Assistance Program for assistance for needed services including counselling. CVAP provides some coverage for counselling services for approved claimants.
Victim’s Assistance Services
604-660-3888
1-866-660-3888 (toll free)
If You Are a Victim of a Crime
This section provides information and guidance to support you and help you learn more about services and resources available to you as a victim of crime in British Columbia.
Services and people are available to help you deal with the emotional, physical and financial effects of a crime. The Province of B.C., Government of Canada and non-profit organizations offer many free services and programs in your local community.
This section can help address your questions and describe what you may experience.
Understanding When a Crime Has Happened
Ensuring Your Immediate Safety
Support Available From Police and Victim Services Workers
