Support for Victims. The following are procedures and responsibilities with respect to providing support for victims: • procedures must be consistent with the Ministry Policing Standards Guideline VA-001 on victim’s assistance • it is the responsibility of police officers to remain at the scene until satisfied that there is no imminent threat to the victim and that issues related to the victim’s safety have been addressed • it is the responsibility of the principal to inform the parents/legal guardians of victims who have been harmed as a result of an activity for which suspension or expulsion must be considered, unless, in the principal’s opinion, notification would put the victim at risk of harm from the parents/legal guardians • it is the responsibility of all board employees who work directly with students to support all students, including those who disclose or report such incidents, by providing them with contact information about professional supports (public health, community agencies, Help Phone lines, etc.) • school staff and police will provide assistance to victims and their families through board resources, police resources, social service agencies and other community support systems as available including legal services, as well as access to information and confidentiality of victim and witness identity under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Support for Victims. Where appropriate, police shall contact Victim Services to provide support and assistance to victims. School staff shall refer to their board’s policies and procedures regarding support to victims and others involved who have been harmed as a result of an activity for which suspension* or expulsion* must be considered.
