Resource collection

Criminal Injuries Compensation Advocacy

This collection of webinars, case studies and advocacy handbook was produced by Community Law School and provides information on Ontario’s Compensation for Victims of Crime Act which is implemented and administered by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board (CICB).  The materials cover the scope of the Act, factors to consider before applying, the application process and what to expect at

Criminal Injuries Compensation Board is being eliminated as of September 30, 2019

This resource provides more information about changes to the criminal injuries compensation scheme in Ontario – the elimination of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board, to be replaced by a new Victim Quick Response Program +.

Do you know a woman who is being abused? A legal rights handbook

This handbook is for any woman in Ontario who is being abused, or who has been abused, by her partner. It includes information on making a safety plan, preparing to leave, the criminal process and trial, a woman’s rights under family law, protection orders, and legal and community resources in Ontario.

Have You Been a Victim of Crime? What’s Next…

This handbook includes information about victims’ rights, places to go for help, and the criminal justice system. It describes how to get help quickly and what financial compensation is available for crime victims. There is also a glossary and contact information for supports and services.

Information for Victims

These publications produced by the Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick (PLEIS-NB) have information on the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and provide tools and information for survivors of crime and those who support them. These publications include three booklets in a series entitled Are You a Victim of Crime?

TPS Connects

TPS Connects is a central information web site to provide reliable links to resources for victims & witnesses of crime in Toronto to support their needs.

Living Beyond the Murder of a Loved One: Information for Families and Others Affected by Homicide

This handbook has information on what resources are available to assist families and others who have been affected by homicide.

Financial Assistance for Families of Homicide Victims Program

This page has information about how this program can help families of homicide victims, what the eligibility requirements are, when and how to apply, and how the program is different from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board.