Someone there interviews you, and makes a recommendation to Crown counsel as to whether or not you should go into diversion. You are given a written or verbal warning You make a written or verbal apology to the victim You do Community Service. As well, you could have a combination of these options, such as making an apology to the victim and also taking part in a counselling program. Our clients are individuals or families who have been in contact with the law or are in danger of coming in contact. The Society's main client groups are women and their children, youth, and those involved in the Criminal Justice System within the community.
Programs provide education, counseling and assistance.
Battered Women's Support Services provides information, support, advocacy, counselling, referrals, and support groups for all women who have been in, or are in, an abusive relationship. Alternatives to Violence provides counselling and educational services to victims and perpetrators of family violence. Stopping the Violence Program of Richmond BC offers individual and group counselling to women who have experienced violence. No referral or appointment is required. Women are welcome to drop in for a chat and have a coffee.