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Program:
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Child Victim Witness Program
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Address:
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544 Winnipeg Ave
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 3S7
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Map
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Location:
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- Located at Winnipeg Ave in the N ward of Thunder Bay but near the intercity area
- Closest intersection is at Winnipeg Ave and Memorial Ave
- Situated across from the CAA building on Memorial Ave
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Some programs have evening appointments available
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Service Description:
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Provides counselling, psychotherapy, education, and support services to assist individulas to make positive changesOffers support in person, by appointment only or by phone, video call, and online counsellingServices are confidential and address personal, family, or work life issues for individuals, couples and families
Provides personalized support to help child and youth victims and witnesses feel more confident and prepared for court
Goal of the program is to- help victims feel stronger and more in control
- reduce the trauma caused by the crime
- support children, youth, and their caregivers as they get ready to testify and understand the court process
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Application:
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Support starts after someone is charged with a crime and continues until the court case is over
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children and youth under 18, and their parents or caregivers, who might have to testify in court as victims or witnesses
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Canadian Hearing Society ; available upon request
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