The Bella Coola Community Support Society offers Victim Services in both the Bella Coola and Anahim Lake Communities.

Bella Coola

Community-Based Victim Services

If you have been the victim of an assault, abuse, a property offense, or any other crime, you may find it difficult putting your life back together. There is help available to you. If you are the victim of a crime, first report the crime to the police. The police will then refer you to local Victim Services. Or, if you choose not to call the police, you can refer yourself to Victim Services.

If you will be going to court as a witness, the victim services worker can explain what will happen in court, help you prepare a victim impact statement, prepare you for testifying in court, and support you through the court process.

For victims of sexual assault, child sexual abuse or intimate partner violence, experienced staff are available for the special emotional and practical support you need. Trained staff can refer you to counselling services and help you find a safe place to stay.

Victim Services can also help victims of crime who choose not to be involved with the criminal justice system.

Crime Victim Assistance Program - Victim Application

If you have been physically hurt by a crime, suffered emotional hurt that requires counselling, have had to miss work, or pay for treatment not covered by your medical plan, you may be able to receive money to cover some of your costs.

Services are provided free of charge

The victim services worker is also available for after-hours emergencies when contacted by police or hospital.

Anahim Lake

Anahim Lake Police-Based Victim Services

The Police-Based Victim Services is located in the Anahim Lake RCMP Detachment office. The program provides the same kinds of assistance that are offered by the Bella Coola Victim Services.