Resources and Services

When a child or youth has been a victim or witness of abuse or crime, it can be an overwhelming and confusing time for them and their families. Below are some links that may be helpful.

For Victims of Crime

Court Prep – Helps youth prepare to testify in court. Features an interactive virtual courtroom and offers tips for witnesses.

Criminal Injuries Compensation Board – Financial assistance for victims of crime.

Guide to Ontario Courts

Ministry of the Attorney General – Services provided by the Ministry of the Attorney General to support victims’ rights.

Ontario guidelines for reporting child abuse and neglect

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) – Independent advisory agency that provides advice to the Attorney General of Ontario on victims’ issues. The Office for Victims of Crime does not provide direct services to victims of crime. The OVC’s mandate is to ensure that the needs of victims of crime in Ontario are met.

Victim Impact Statement – Information about the VIS, it’s purpose, etc.

Victim Support Line – Province-wide, multilingual, toll-free information line providing a range of services to victims of crime.

Local Counselling

Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health

Canadian Mental Health Association

Family Counselling Centre of Cambridge & North Dumfries

Guelph-Wellington Care & Treatment Centre for Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis

Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Counselling Program

K-W Counselling

Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region – Offering support to female victims of sexual assault.

Sexual Abuse Treatment Program

General Resources

211 – Helps people find the right community and social services

Canadian Association of Child and Youth Advocacy Centres – Information about the association’s anticipated launch in 2026.

Child Abuse Information Sheets – Learn about everything from what child abuse is and how to report it to how to help your own child and how to prevent child abuse.

Family & Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County – Offering child protection and support services to families in Guelph and Wellington County.

Family & Children’s Services of Waterloo Region – Offering child protection and support services to families in Waterloo Region.

Here 24/7 – Addictions, Mental Health & Crisis Services

Kids Help Phone – Information, tips, links, and support for children facing life’s challenges.