Saskatchewan has launched a province-wide Victims and Survivors of Crime week, which coincides with the national event of the same tame. Cheryl Tiller, coodinator with Parkland Victims Services, hopes the event raises the public’s awarenss about the assistance groups like hers offer.
“We have the opportunity to educate the public and share what we do and how we can provide support,” she said. “We...want to make sure people know that we will always be available and willing to...assist them.”
The week-long event began on May 27. It will conclude on Jun. 2. The theme for the week is “Transforming the Culture Together.”
“This year’s theme reinforces that we must continue to work together to make our province safer for everyone,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Don Morgan said in a press release.
Morgan praised groups like Parkland Victim Services for their hard work in the press release.
“These volunteers instill hope in people in the wake of crime and tragedy,” he said. “Their dedication is surpassed only by their compassion.”
While Parkland Victims Services has no planned events to coincide with the national week, they’re using the opportunity to applaud their volunteers.
“We do take the time to recognize our volunteers in ways that are important to them during this period,” Tiller said.
Parkland Victims Services has 10 detachment areas. They are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. They can be reached at 306-786-2408 or through their website at www.parklandvictimsservices.ca
