CAVA  

The Canadian Association for Victim Assistance  is a new national non-profit organization whose purpose is to act as an umbrella information, referral and networking resource for  Canadian victim assistance organizations, individual advocates, professionals, victims of crime and tragedy, and the general public.

As a membership-driven organization, CAVA seeks to be responsive to the needs of the victim assistance community, both providers and survivors.  Suggestions, questions and comments are encouraged.

Mission Statement

The Canadian Association for Victim Assistance is a national non-profit organization whose purpose is to enhance services and promote justice for all victims of crime and tragedy.

Initial services will include:

News and Information: CAVA will seek to provide members with the latest news and information resources on: advocacy projects, criminal justice, laws and legislation, victim rights and victim service provision.

Education and Training: CAVA will seek to provide information on professional development, education and training opportunities in the field of victim assistance, including providing training sessions of our own in specific areas.

Advocacy Information and Referral: We will provide information on  legislative, systemic, and grassroots victim rights projects, as well as referral to direct service providers. CAVA's goal is to help victims, survivors and the general public gain access to the services they need, as well as providing information on how you can get involved in improving the system.

Communications and Networking: CAVA will use a variety of media, including the Internet, to help our individual and agency/organization members stay informed on breaking news and events. We will seek to provide a networking and information exchange which will enable practitioners, survivors and the general public  to keep abreast of:  best practices, new programs, peer support opportunities and advocacy opportunities for victim rights.