Victim & Survivors of Crime Week: The Power of Collaboration
This week, the Government of Canada marks Victim and Survivors of Crime Week, a national initiative designed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by victims and survivors of crime, while highlighting the critical services, assistance, and laws available to support them.
At Luke’s Place, we are dedicated to helping women who have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV), particularly as they navigate the complexities of the family law system. For many survivors, involvement with the criminal justice system is also part of their journey, as numerous tactics of abuse, such as physical assault, threats, harassment, and sexualized violence, are crimes under the Canadian Criminal Code.
As we observe Victims and Survivors of Crime Week from May 11 to 17, 2025, The reoccurring theme, “The Power of Collaboration,” highlights the importance of community partnerships in enhancing the safety and well-being of survivors.
Why Collaboration Matters
At Luke’s Place, collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We work closely with survivors, community organizations, and legal professionals to provide comprehensive, survivor-centered, and trauma-informed support. Through collaborative partnership, we can create a more responsive and compassionate system for a future where all victims and survivors have access to the resources and justice they deserve.
Resources and Services for Survivors
Luke’s Place offers a range of services designed to support survivors and facilitate their navigation through the family law system, including:
- Legal Support and Family Court Assistance: Legal information, safety planning, and accompaniment to court proceedings, ensuring survivors understand their rights and options.
- Virtual Legal Clinic: Available province-wide, this service connects survivors with family law lawyers for free, confidential legal advice via phone or video conferencing.
- Family Court and Beyond: Variety of resources dedicated to supporting survivors understand legal issues, family court processes, and complete documents effectively.
- Legal Information Sessions: Virtual sessions to educate survivors about the family law process, helping them make informed decisions.
Victims and Survivors of Crime Week reminds us that every survivor deserves access to support, resources, and justice. It’s also a call to action—highlighting that meaningful change happens when we work together, share knowledge, build trust across sectors, and center the voices of survivors in all we do.
At Luke’s Place, we remain committed to strengthening these connections and continuously evolving our services. Whether we’re supporting survivors directly or advocating for systemic change, we know that working in community strengthens our efforts and extends our reach to more victims and survivors of IPV and other forms of crime.
