Apr 17, 2008 03:38 PM
THE CANADIAN PRESS
Victims of domestic violence in Ontario will get same-day support to help them and their children escape abusive spouses under a new program funded by the province, Attorney General Chris Bentley said today.
The government is spending $1.7 million to have victims contacted within 24 hours of being informed that charges have been laid, which Bentley said will grant them access to the services they need more quickly.
"The very clear message is that if you call, you will be supported," he said in announcing an additional $8.2 million in funding for programs to help victims of domestic abuse.
"If you call, you'll get access to those supports within 24 hours. If you call, we're there. We're collectively there to help."
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