Victim Services

Information and services for victims that address family, gender-based, and elder violence.

If you are in danger, call the police. They will make sure you are safe, and provide immediate assistance if necessary.

Safety, support, and protection for victims

Find information and services to help stay safe, get support, and access legal help after experiencing violence or abuse.

Family violence

Information for people experiencing or witnessing family violence.

Protecting elders from abuse and neglect

Information for family and caregivers of seniors, seniors experiencing or people witnessing senior abuse and neglect.

Protection orders

Find information on how to get a protection order, an emergency protection order, a restraining order, a peace bond, or a “no contact” condition.

Victim services contacts and resources

Contacts for your local victim services worker to assist you if you've been affected by crime.

Victim impact statements and victim restitution

Find out how to complete a victim impact statement.

Victim Notification Program

The Victim Notification Program allows victims to register to receive information about an offender serving a territorial sentence convicted of a crime against them.

Support programs and funding

Find funding opportunities and support programs that help prevent violence and assist victims and communities.

Gender-Based Violence Community Initiatives Fund

Funding for community initiatives supporting the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.

Victims Assistance Fund

Funding for community-based projects that support or benefit victims of crime.

Victims of Crime Emergency Fund

This program provides limited financial assistance to help victims of serious violent crimes with their emergency needs.

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Legal aid

The legal aid program provides confidential legal services, advice, and representation by a lawyer for residents of the NWT who would be unable to afford these services.

Going to court as a witness or victim in a criminal matter

Guidance on the court process and what to expect as a witness or victim.
Updated: Sep 02, 2026