@OFOVC

Independent resource for victims in Canada. French: @BOFVAC / / Terms: https://xitter.cf/t.co/gBeWgkiy5R

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For many families, justice means bringing a loved one home. Families need protection from further harm when offenders deliberately withhold information. Read the Ombud’s remarks about Bill C-236 at @OurCommons @HoCCommittees yesterday: ow.ly/5ZRY51016eQ
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Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (Office) retweeted
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@JusticeCanadaENOct 26
Everyone in Canada should be able to understand, access and navigate the justice system. #AccessToJustice Week underscores the importance of reducing barriers and ensuring equal access to a fair, accessible and responsive justice system for everyone. #A2JWeek
Graphic for Access to Justice Week, October 26–30, 2026, featuring a statue of Lady Justice holding scales against a teal background. The canada.ca/justice URL and the Government of Canada wordmark appear at the bottom.

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Watch the Ombud Dr. Roebuck appear today at 11 a.m. before the @OurCommons SECU Committee on Bill C-236, to bring forward victims' voices and the need for timely information, and trauma-informed communication. ow.ly/wsCm50ZZLIz @HoCCommittees
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Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (Office) retweeted
Justice Canada
@JusticeCanadaENOct 19
📣Last call: Funding is available to support projects that improve access to justice for victims and survivors of sexual offences. Learn more and apply by October 26, 2026: ow.ly/59sW50ZYTBc
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This #WomensHistoryMonth, let's celebrate the achievements, contributions, and leadership of women throughout history, recognize the barriers they have overcome, and reflect on the work still needed to advance equality and opportunity for all. 💜
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Congratulations to Sunny Marriner, Chair of our Expert Advisory Circle for the Rethinking Justice Report, on receiving a @GGCanada award! We're so proud and grateful for her expertise. Learn more about the Report: ow.ly/mjT750ZZkbq
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Looking forward to presenting at the @OmbudsForum Conference this week! The Ombud & team will be presenting the "Rethinking Justice: Designing a Mixed-Methods Systemic Investigation" session. Will you be attending? Let us know in the comments!
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Throughout October, let's shine a light on child abuse and stand with children, youth, and families impacted by it. 💙 Wear blue 💙 Light up your community 💙 Share your photos with #GoBlue Together, we can raise awareness and show our support for those impacted. @lunacentreyyc
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On the #DayOfTheGirl, we recognize girls’ rights and the importance of protecting them from violence and abuse. Our submission on Bill C-16 highlights the need for justice responses that recognize vulnerability and address coercive control. ow.ly/xVZN50ZQheW
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Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (Office) retweeted
Justice Canada
@JusticeCanadaENOct 5
(1/2) Justice Canada has released two new research reports:⬇️ 📰 A legacy of harm: Black survivors of homicide victims and gun violence in Canada: justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/jr/b…
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Happy #OmbudsDay! Today, we recognize ombuds offices across Canada working to promote fairness, equity, and accountability. At the OFOVC, we’re proud to amplify victims’ voices and advance their rights within the criminal justice system. ow.ly/6hoo50ZV5wZ #VictimsRights
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For victims & survivors, trauma & victimization can have lasting impacts. Let's reduce stigma & ensure people affected by mental illness can access the support they need & a justice system that is responsive to their needs. #MentalIllnessAwarenessDay @CAMIMH_ACMMSM
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On the #MMIWG National Day of Action, we honour the lives of MMIWG2S+ people. Our Rethinking Justice report calls for action to advance the Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry and strengthen culturally safe, survivor-centred responses. 🔗 ow.ly/IjuJ50ZQeNO
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Our submission on Bill C-16 recommends expanding the coercive control offence to include relatives, helping address patterns of elder abuse. Protecting victims means ensuring the law reflects the realities of those experiencing harm. #OlderPersonsDay ow.ly/AHww50ZQepf
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On #OrangeShirtDay and the 5th Anniversary of National Day of Truth & Reconciliation, honour survivors of residential schools, remember children who never returned home, recognize First Nations, Inuit & Métis communities. #EveryChildMatters ow.ly/IFLX50ZQhYV
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Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (Office) retweeted
Justice Canada
@JusticeCanadaENSep 25
(1/3) 📢 Victims and Survivors of Crime Week takes place May 9 to 15, 2027. Through workshops and events, the week raises awareness about the issues victims and survivors face and the supports available to them and their loved ones. #VictimsWeek
Graphic featuring layered orange petals forming a lotus-like shape in the background. Overlaid text reads: “#VictimsWeek” and “#ThePowerOfCollaboration”. The Department of Justice Canada and the Government of Canada wordmarks are included at the bottom.

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During #GenderEqualityWeek, reflect on the work needed to build a justice system that better responds to survivors of sexual violence. Bill C-16 advances several recommendations in our Rethinking Justice Report: canada.ca/en/office-federal-…
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The Victims' Bill of Rights exists since 2015: Are their rights effective? Read a new research paper by Professor Alain-Guy Sipowo that examines a decade of case law and finds progress—but significant gaps remain in making these rights enforceable. ow.ly/U5bv50ZKY5h
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Bill C-16 introduced amendments to the CVBR such as adding - Respect - Timely Justice to strengthen victims’ rights and improve their experience within the criminal justice system. Check out the new CVBR changes! ow.ly/nZjX50ZNsy3
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September is #TakeBackTheNight — a time to stand with survivors of sexual violence & call for safer, more survivor-centred communities. Read our Rethinking Justice Report; find a #TakeBackTheNight event in your community, join the movement: ow.ly/ogJh50ZHWqT @TBTNFoundation
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