Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (Office)

On International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, let's join efforts to end hate in all its forms. Our report on strengthening access to justice highlights the need to better support victims of hate crime & ensure their rights are upheld. bit.ly/4guUkIZ

Congratulations to the new Deputy Minister of Justice & Deputy Attorney General of Canada. We look forward to continued collaboration to advance victims’ rights & improve supports for victims & survivors across Canada. @JusticeCanadaEN Read our letter: bit.ly/4shMDMF

It's Impaired Driving Prevention Week. Impaired driving is a preventable crime that causes lasting harm to victims, families, and communities. Plan ahead. Drive sober. If you've been impacted, support is available: madd.ca @maddcanada

On our anniversary, we reflect on our mandate to promote & protect victims rights. Our CVBR 10-year Progress Report outlines progress made. work that lies ahead & recommendations for fairness and enforceable rights for victims. bit.ly/4b9Qu8T

Fraud can have serious financial and emotional impacts on victims. Know the signs, protect your information, and report suspicious activity. Learn more about supports available to victims: bit.ly/4tUumX0

On International Women's Day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing justice for women & girls impacted by sexual violence. Our Rethinking Justice for Survivors Report outlines concrete recommendations to strengthen support & accountability. bit.ly/4oz8Kfq

Do you know your rights as a victim of crime? Our What Are My Rights infographic explains your rights to information, protection, participation and restitution under the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights. Learn more: bit.ly/4o2DzJE

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the launch of our Rethinking Justice Report. Our panel held powerful insights from advocates, and our partners and a clear call to action: meaningful change can't wait. Read the event summary here: bit.ly/4anVPqT

As #BlackHistoryMonth closes, we reflect on the progress made in recognizing the lived experience of Black people in the Canadian criminal justice system. Our commitment to transformative change is ongoing. Thirty years of work, and more to come.

We need to address hate & the need for greater protection online. On #PinkShirtDay, promote kindness. Read our submission to the @ourcommons JUST committee on Bill C-9: bit.ly/3LpOJdd

On Human Trafficking Awareness Day, we recognize the realities survivors face & the need for justice systems that do not cause further harm. We collaborated with @thecanadiancntr on our Rethinking Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence report. bit.ly/4oz8Kfq

Register for the Responsible Resource Leadership Forum February 25-26 in Ottawa. Participants will engage in advancing the safety and dignity of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. bit.ly/4tD4nD8 @nfscircle

February is #BlackHistoryMonth It's a time to honour the incredible contributions, rich culture, and resilience of Black communities throughout history. #BHM2026

Public awareness plays a role in missing persons investigations. Visit Canada’s Missing to view profiles and see how you can help: ow.ly/M2f250Y7A1A #MissingPersonAwarenessDay2026

We welcome the response from Minister of @Safety_Canada, @gary_srp to our letter on Rethinking Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence. We know that Canada can do better & are grateful for the commitment to better protecting survivors of sexual violence. bit.ly/4r5cwie

Our deepest condolences to the families & friends who have lost loved ones to these horrific acts of violence in #TumblrRidge. Support is available. Mental Health Crisis Line: 310-6789 Indigenous Crisis Line: 1-800-588-8717 Suicide Crisis Line: 9-8-8 gov.bc.ca/TumblerRidge

10 years of the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights! It's a milestone — but there's more work to do. ✅ Spread the word ✅ Raise awareness ✅ Check out our report to learn more Let’s keep pushing for stronger victims' rights. #CVBR10 bit.ly/4b9Qu8T

Hate doesn’t stop at physical boundaries. Digital spaces can amplify its reach—often fueling offline harm. This #SaferInternetDay, our hate crime report underscores why protections & accountability must extend online, alongside measures like Bill C-9. bit.ly/4guUkIZ

Thank you @PearsonCentre for hosting an inspiring and sobering discussion on the ways survivors of sexual violence are treated in Canada’s criminal justice system, our Rethinking Justice Report and Bill C-16. Watch it here: bit.ly/3ZFJfhG @SurvivorSafety @PamDamoff

Every victim deserves to be heard, respected, & informed. Let's make sure we are fulfilling the promises of the CVBR enacted 10 years ago by the @CanadianPM bit.ly/4b9Qu8T #CVBR10