Domestic abuse is any form of abuse that occurs between and among persons related by affection, kinship, or trust. It can happen to children, youth, adults or elders of all ages and walks of life.
51 % of women in British Columbia report having experienced some form of intimate relationship violence in their lives. There are several different forms of abuse, including:
Physical Abuse
Sexual Violence
Emotional and Psychological Abuse
Child ..read on »
If you know of a child under the age of 19 years who is being abused or neglected, or is likely being abused or neglected, you have an obligation to report to the proper authorities. Contact:
RCMP, Smithers, BC: (250) 847-3233
Ministry of Children ..read on »
BC Institute Against Family Violence
A non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of family violence. This web site is a comprehensive resource with information on the definition, aspects, prevalence and effects of family violence in the ..read on »
For information about the effectiveness of traditional handling of domestic violence in the criminal justice system, and alternatives to conventional criminal courts, download these documents.
