MANDATE: Victim Services of Temiskaming & District is a non-profit, community based program that provides immediate crisis assistance through specially trained staff who are on-call to area police and emergency services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

OUR MISSION - To lessen the emotional trauma experienced by victims of crime or tragic circumstances by providing confidential immediate emotional support, practical assistance, information and community referrals.

Organization Overview

Victim Services of Temiskaming & District is governed by a Voluntary Community Board, consisting of a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and additional community members. The Board's roles and responsibilities are guided by a set of By-Laws.

Our staff consists of an Executive Director, Program Coordinators in each Temiskaming and Kirkland Lake areas. Our Team provides on-scene and telephone support on a 24/7 basis.

Victims and their families requiring immediate support are referred to Victim Services while Emergency Personnel and the Police are on-scene. Victims, families and friends of those who have been traumatized as a result of crime, and/or tragedy can seek support without police involvement may call into the Victim Services Office, during regular business hours to access services under our Outreach and Victim Quick Response programs.

To obtain additional information about Victim Services, please contact our office at 705-647-0096 or 705-568-2154 during regular business hours.

For emergencies, please call 911. Crisis Intervention Services are offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Outside of office hours Police, Hospital, Fire & Rescue and Paramedic Services may contact Victim Services on behalf of the victim via an emergency line.

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