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Empower and Guide Victims

Supporting Justice with Compassion

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EDVIS

Association des Étudiants en Droit contre la Violence Interpersonnelle et Sexuelle

Do you have questions about the law? About violence?
Need legal services but unsure where to begin?

Ask us as many questions as you want.

We will guide you towards the appropriate resources and answer your questions, wherever you're located in Canada.

About Us

EDVIS is a non-profit, unincorporated association comprised of law students from a wide range of educational, professional, and personal backgrounds. Our team includes students with diverse legal training, experience in social work, criminology, and advocacy, as well as personal experiences that fuel our commitment to supporting victims of violence.

 

We advocate for the rights of all victims, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability. Recognizing the challenges of obtaining timely support due to limited resources and the high demand for assistance, we are dedicated to offering free and confidential services efficiently and compassionately.

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The Association does not, and cannot, provide legal advice, recommendations, or opinions on legal proceedings. However, we offer a range of services designed to make the rehabilitation process easier for victims.

Interpersonal violence refers to any intentional use of physical force, threats, or harmful behavior by one person against another. If someone intended harm, it can be considered violence, and we can help.

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These include: 

  • Coercive control

  • Stalking, harassment and blackmail​​

  • Humiliation and threat

  • Physical violence

  • Bullying

  • Psychological violence

  • Technological control

  • Spiritual and religious control

  • Control of your property

What is interpersonal violence?

What about sexual violence? 

Sexual violence is any sexual act or attempt to obtain a sexual act by coercion, force, threats, manipulation, or exploitation of a person’s vulnerability, without their consent.

  • Rape

  • Gang rape

  • Incest

  • Sexual touching and contacts

  • Harassment and threats

  • Indecent exposure (exhibitionism)

  • Voyeurism

  • Non-consensual condom removal

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Sexual violence can take many forms, and it’s okay if none of the common categories seem to match your experience. If a situation doesn’t feel right to you, we’re here to support you.

Our Services

Legal information

We can provide you with legal information, but cannot advise you.

We can inform you about:

  • Legal processes and other law questions related to:

    • Sexual violence

    • Domestic violence

    • Assault/battery

    • Threats and humiliation​​ (online or not)​

    • Privacy violations

    • Stalking and harassment​

    • Other violence acts...​​

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Accompaniment

You don’t have to face the journey toward justice alone. We can support you through any steps you choose to take following your experience, including:

  • Reporting to the police

  • Any stage of the legal process, no matter the direction you decide to pursue

  • Medical procedures related to your experience, such as abortion, treatment for genital mutilation, etc.​​

Gatineau area and East Ontario only.​

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Guide and refer

We can connect you with resources tailored to your specific needs and situation. Whether you’re seeking support for mental health, housing, or legal matters, we can confidentially guide you to the most suitable resources.​​

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We will reach out to you within the same day or the following day using your preferred method of contact.

We can email you, call you, or schedule an in person meeting. 

(In person meeting in Gatineau area and east Ontario)

How does EDVIS works?

To access our services, you can:

  • Fill out a form and request:

    • Legal question

    • Support at court, police station, or any other appointment related to your victimization experience

    • Specialized referral

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  • Email us at info@edvis.ca and let us know how we can assist you. 

Here's how you can reach us:

Fill out a short form and tell us how we can help you.

Forms are just below.

Email

info@edvis.ca

Phone

613-663-5086

9AM to 9PM, everyday.

We will call back as soon as possible if unavailable.

To go to the form, press the button under the service you're looking for.

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How can I help?

At EDVIS, all our services are free and confidential. The support provided to survivors—whether it’s covering transportation to court, basic needs, or other medical and victimization-related costs—is currently funded out of our members' own pockets. Any assistance would greatly benefit us.

 

Help us make sure all survivors receive the support they need, without facing financial barriers.

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