Ontarians who help victims of crime rebuild their lives were recognized in a ceremony at Queen’s Park April 21.
Six individuals and three organizations received Victim Services awards of distinction this year, and one of those is based in Guelph.
The awards recognize victims of crime whose courage and dedication raised awareness of victims’ issues in Ontario, and volunteers, professionals and organizations that advocate on their behalf.
Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis won one of the group awards. As well, the neighbouring Family Violence Project of Waterloo Region, in Kitchener, was also a winner.
"The accomplishments of these remarkable individuals and organizations are an inspiration to all Ontarians,” said Attorney General Chris Bentley. “They provide excellent role models for the many thousands of people across the province who dedicate their time and effort to helping victims of crime."
The chairman of the office for victims of crime Ruth Campbell, said, her organization “is proud to participate in this awards program to recognize the accomplishments of these talented and compassionate award recipients, who provide valuable support to victims of crime."
April 18 to 24 was National Victims of Crime Awareness Week.
The Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Counselling Program provides counselling for children who are survivors of Internet sexual exploitation and offers help to family members. Female survivors of sexual assault can access a variety of services from community-based Sexual Assault and Rape Crisis Centres. That service is provided by the Guelph Wellington Women in Crisis centre.
