Team dedicated to Indigenous communities
Indigenous program
The CAVAC of Montreal provides services to Indigenous victims, their loved ones, and witnesses of criminal acts. Our service is dedicated to supporting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, whether they live in urban areas or are passing through Montreal. We offer psychosocial and post-traumatic support, assistance with legal proceedings (e.g., complaints, testimony, court accompaniment), technical assistance (IVAC, lease termination in the context of violence, etc.), as well as information on your rights and recourses, always respecting the cultural realities specific to each person. Our services are confidential, free, and offered in French and English.
Types of Crime
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Violence
- Assault
- Sexual Exploitation
- Fraud
- Theft
- Extortion
- Harassment
- Threats
- Abuse
- Neglect
- Breaking and Entering
- Etc.
- Legal Help
- Mental Health Counselling
- Support for Victims of Violence
- Support for Youth in Care (DYP)
- Défense des droits
- Écoute et références
Users of our services can obtain financial support for transportation to their appointments.
The INDex was created to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal in finding relevant and up-to-date information on services that were created specifically for them. Our goal is to promote cultural safety and community connectedness.
If you are an Indigenous person living, moving to or visiting Tiohtià:ke, the INDex can support you in your steps!
Need help now?
The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous peoples living in Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counselors are reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1 855-242-3310