What is the Victims Services Program?
The Victims Services Program helps victims involved in the
criminal justice system in Saskatchewan by providing programs and services. The
legislative basis for the Program is The Victims of Crime Act, 1995.
Who is a victim?
A victim is a person who has suffered harm such as:
- physical or mental injury;
- emotional suffering; or
- economic loss;
from an act that is in violation of criminal laws.
I am a victim of a criminal offence. Where can I go for
help?
Go to your local police. They will put you in contact with
victims services if there is a program in your area.
In Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Regina, there are also
specialized community-based
programs for specific needs.
How is the Victims Services Program funded?
The Victims Services Program is funded solely through
provincial and federal surcharge revenue. Offenders pay a surcharge over and above any
other punishment imposed upon them. A provincial surcharge is imposed automatically on all
provincial offences, except for parking offences.
What about federal offences?
A federal surcharge may be imposed, at the
judge’s discretion, on any offences contrary to the
Criminal
Code of Canada and the
Controlled
Drugs and Substances Act.
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