Justice and legal in Ottawa, Ontario
CFS Ottawa - Child and Youth Witness Support Program
Offered by Counselling and Family Service Ottawa
Website checked March 2026
In short
This program provides support to children and youth (and their families) who are required to provide testimony in criminal court.
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth, Adults, Families; Youth, Family with children, Children (4-12), Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Legal help and my rights, Help for my family
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 310 Olmstead St, Vanier, ON K1L 7K3
- How to reach
- Contact through Counselling and Family Service Ottawa: (613) 233-8478 · info@cfsottawa.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
This program provides support to children and youth (and their families) who are required to provide testimony in criminal court.
Services include:
- Preparing children for court (includes court procedures, roles of court personnel, courtroom tours etc.)
- Communicating with Crown attorneys, defence lawyers, and other justice personnel
- Accompanying children to court
- Support for parents and guardians of the youth and children
- Help with victim impact statements and other applications (Criminal Injuries Compensation Board)
- Service referrals
- Post-court follow-ups
Who can use it?
Children and youth (and their families) who are required to provide testimony in criminal court.
How do I get in touch?
Call (613) 233-8478, email info@cfsottawa.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Ottawa, Ontario.
310 Olmstead St, Vanier, ON K1L 7K3
310 Olmstead St, Vanier, ON K1L 7K3Ottawa, Ontario
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