Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime
Who is the Ombudsman?
Who is the Ombudsman?
Sue O'Sullivan
- The Ombudsman is appointed by the Government of Canada to promote access to federal programs and services for victims and addresses complaints from the public about issues relating to victims of crime. Since 2007, the Ombudsman's office has worked to ensure criminal justice personnel and policymakers are aware of victims' needs, and identify systemic issues that negatively impact victims. When appropriate, the Ombudsman makes recommendations to federal policymakers that sparked legislative reform for victims' rights. Learn more about the Ombudsman.
I want to:
What's New
Federal Ombudsman Finds Federal Grant Program for Victims not Meeting its Objectives
Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime Releases its 2015-2016 Annual Report
Ombudsman for Victims of Crime Marks Restorative Justice Week
Read recent OFOVC submissions on incorporating victims’ needs and perspectives in policy decisions
Read “Recognizing the role of victim supports in building and maintaining healthy and safe communities”, by Sarah Johnston-Way and Sue O’Sullivan, published in the Journal of Community Safety & Well-Being, August 2016.
At a glance...
713
Total number of issues handled by our complaints department in the past fiscal year (2015-2016).
A single case file may also have multiple issues.
Did you know?
TOP 5
Top 5 topics of individuals who contacted us
- Other levels of government (Provincial, territorial, legal aid, court, police, victim services, compensation)
- Victims’ rights
- Victim assistance options
- Safety concerns
- Lack of victim services
Stay Connected
Latest Tweets
Follow us @OFOVC_BOFVAC
Videos
Video message from the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime