This release was issued under a previous government.
The groups help Albertans affected by criminal acts, including domestic violence, elder abuse, assault, and sexual exploitation.
Grants of more than $9.1 million over the next three years to the provincial network of organizations that support victims of crime are on top of nearly $10.4 million in previous commitments.
“For victims to be helped they need to be heard, which is why this funding is so important. Supporting groups that work with Albertans impacted by crime is vital to helping individuals recover and move forward with their lives.”
“It’s the goal of Alberta Justice and Solicitor General to support victims first. That’s why we’re proud to help these organizations who help support victims of crime.”
“The $450,000 from the Victims of Crime fund will allow HomeFront's caseworkers to support approximately 3,000 victims and their 3,150 children over the next three years to break the cycle of abuse."
“This grant is an integral part of providing services to victims of crime in our community. The fund helps to reach victims across our Nation lands, which span more than 300,000 acres of land, serving more than 7,000 people. This funding also helps victims access programs, referrals and support that is much needed within our community.”
“ACT Alberta remains the only provincial non-governmental organization that is responding to human trafficking in this way, and the support of the Alberta Government is crucial for this work. With this support we can continue to position Alberta as a leader in Canada’s response to human trafficking.”
First time recipients:
- Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre
- St. Paul & District Crisis Association – Columbus House of Hope
- Stop Abuse in Families Society (SAIF)
The Government of Alberta is proud to partner with organizations that do excellent work helping victims of crimes. Eligible groups and organizations that provide programs and services to victims of crime are able to apply for grant funding. The application deadlines are April 1 and October 1 of each year.
Under the Building Alberta Plan, our government is investing in families and communities, living within our means, and opening new markets for Alberta's resources to ensure we're able to fund the services Albertans told us matter most to them. We will continue to deliver the responsible change Albertans voted for.