Victim Witness Assistance Program

The Victim Witness Assistance (VWA) program provides support services to crime victims and witnesses who are subpoenaed to appear in either Provincial Court or Court of King's Bench, in Winnipeg. Learn more about subpoenas.

Services to victims and witnesses include:

written correspondence with the Crown attorney about their specific case concerns
court preparation
accompaniment to court
court cancellation notifications
reimbursement of expense claims

Some witness expenses are covered by the Compensation for Victims of Crime Program (CVCP). To learn more about the CVCP and the types of services it offers, visit the Victims of Serious Crimes page.

VWA staff may also help victims prepare a Victim Impact Statement. Learn more about Victim Impact Statements.

For information about the Victim Witness Assistance Program call 204-945-3594 in Winnipeg or toll-free 1-866-635-1111