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What is Domestic Violence?
DomesticViolenceBC.ca
June 22, 2014
Domestic violence and abuse do not discriminate, but they do often escalate. It can be physical, emotional, sexual, or verbal and is often used as a weapon of control and intimidation by a spouse or ex-spouse. If you or somebody you know is being abused, help is available – do not wait.
By visiting this site, you've taken the first step towards doing something that could save your or a loved one’s life. Please see the resources available and call for help if you experience abuse in your home. It is never OK for someone to hurt you – domestic abuse is a crime, you are protected by the law and police take matters of domestic abuse very seriously. Always call 911 in an emergency.
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Signs of Domestic Violence
Programs and Services
Brochures
DomesticViolenceBC.ca
June 22, 2014
Domestic violence and abuse do not discriminate, but they do often escalate. It can be physical, emotional, sexual, or verbal and is often used as a weapon of control and intimidation by a spouse or ex-spouse. If you or somebody you know is being abused, help is available – do not wait.
By visiting this site, you've taken the first step towards doing something that could save your or a loved one’s life. Please see the resources available and call for help if you experience abuse in your home. It is never OK for someone to hurt you – domestic abuse is a crime, you are protected by the law and police take matters of domestic abuse very seriously. Always call 911 in an emergency.
More Information
Signs of Domestic Violence
Programs and Services
Brochures
- Help Starts Here – an overview of domestic violence and resources, the laws pertaining to it in B.C. and resources available to victims of it.
- Help Starts Here – an overview of programs and services for victims of crime.
- For your protection: Peace Bonds and Restraining Orders
- Am I safe?
- Are You Being Abused?
- Are You Experiencing Abuse?
- Is Someone You Know Being Abused?
