Helping Aboriginal Abuse Victims In Fort Severn
September 7, 2010 10:15 AM
McGuinty Government Invests In Improved Community Services
Aboriginal victims of domestic and family violence in Fort Severn are benefiting from a special project designed to stop the cycle of abuse in the community.
Through the support of the Aboriginal Victims Support Grant Program, Fort Severn First Nation is organizing healing circles and community presentations that are aimed at violence prevention and victim support.
Quick Facts
- Fort Severn First Nation received $89,500 from the Aboriginal Victims Support Grant Program.
- Two million dollars has been awarded to 19 Aboriginal organizations for 20 local projects that support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, hate crimes and historic abuse in remote areas of the province.
- Ontario has developed an Aboriginal Justice Strategy with a vision to provide coordinated, equitable, effective and responsive justice services to all Aboriginal men, women, children and youth in Ontario.
Learn More
- Learn about Ontario's approach to Aboriginal affairs.
- Find out more about the Aboriginal Victims Support Grant Program. (Information available in English, French, Cree, Ojibway and Oji-Cree).
Ministry of the Attorney General
ontario.ca/mag