Overview
If you are the victim of violent crime, you may be eligible to get help for:
- emergency assistance – financial assistance following a violent crime for urgently required needs.
- counselling – immediate access to short-term crisis supports, or transitional specialized counselling supports to help in dealing with the psychological impacts of crime
- physical injury supports and services – extended medical benefit service or severe injury benefits to help with treatment of physical injuries related to the crime
Eligibility
You may be eligible for emergency assistance if:
- you were the victim of a serious Criminal Code offence
- the crime happened in Alberta – you do not need to live here to be eligible
- you reported the crime to police within a reasonable period of time
- your application is received within 2 years of the date of the crime – in special circumstances this may be extended
- you should include a reason for the delay in the application form
You do not have to wait for a charge or conviction to apply, but the incident must first be reported to a police agency.
Any injuries must be verified by a medical professional (doctor or counsellor) who treated you for the injuries.
If you have questions about eligibility, contact the Victims of Crime Assistance Program by email at victimsofcrime@gov.ab.ca.
What you can get
You can get help paying for the emergency needs, services, and supports listed below.
The amount of assistance, supports or access to services may depend on the circumstances of your victimization. Maximum amounts apply.
How to apply
Step 1. Fill out the form
Your local victim services unit can also help you complete your application.
Step 2. Submit the form
Email: victimsofcrime@gov.ab.ca
Fax: 780-422-4213
Mail:
Victims of Crime Assistance Program
10th Floor, 10365 97 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3W7
Resources
Contact
Connect with the Victims Assistance Program:
Phone: 780-427-7217
Toll free: 310-0000 (from anywhere in Alberta)
Email: victimsofcrime@gov.ab.ca