Edson & District Victim Services
115 55th Street T7E 1S9 Edson, AB, Canada

We would like to take a moment to sincerely thank the Town of Edson for their continued support of our program. Edson & District Victim Services is a registered non-profit charity, meaning all of our funding is obtained through grants, donations, and fundraising. The Town of Edson has been a long-term supporter of our program and we are incredibly grateful for the continued contribution!

In preparing for our modified AGM this year, we were able to reflect back on 2020 and all that it encompassed. It indeed was a trying year for many, ourselves included. We wanted to take the time to send out another heartfelt thank you to those who continued to support us through the year: Edson Minor Hockey- Novice Division, David Bilodeau, Kinette Club of Edson, Cenovus Energy, Bonavista Energy, Kodiak Inspection Services, as well as those who dropped off items for donations. Your generosity is very much appreciated, and we wish you the best for 2021.

We would like to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for some recent donations we have received. The Kinette Club of Edson, Bonavista Energy Edson, and Kodiak Inspection Services Ltd., your generosity at a time like this truly means the world to us. It's certainly easy to be discouraged and frustrated lately, but because of your thoughtfulness, it has brightened our days, and allows us to assist people in their times of need. So Thank You!!! <3

https://www.facebook.com/donate/829791721099866/ Please take a moment to look at this beautiful fundraiser for the Yellowhead Emergency Shelter for Women, in Hinton, AB. The women's shelter is an amazing, and much needed resource that we are very grateful for. The story behind this fundraiser is heart warming, and we wish the persons involved all the best.

November is Family Violence Prevention month. Please know that there is help available. For more information check out the government of Alberta website: https://www.alberta.ca/family-violence-prevention-month.aspx or call us at 780-723-8813.

Lunch n' Learn Thursday, October 15, 2020 Galloway Station Museum 12:00 PM-1:30 PM... We highlight trauma (specifically sexual violence trauma) and discuss the importance of recognizing our values and biases in order to provide trauma-informed care. We will also discuss how to provide support and resources for those who have been impacted by sexual violence, and the legal obligations of responding to a disclosure. Throughout the presentation, we emphasize the importance of practicing self-care when providing trauma-informed care to Register: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com//sea/detail/8559

A great resource for domestic violence situations!

This fund was created to benefit a population that traditionally has been overlooked by the Criminal Justice System. Changes have happened over time, victims are acknowledged and supported. The proposed changes to this bill could result in the progress made being undone......

We would like to send out a heart felt thank you to the 2019/2020 Novice level teams of Edson Minor Hockey for their thoughtful donation. They put on a special event at their home tournament this past year called the Cooper Pennoyer Airplane Toss, and they raised an amazing $497 for Edson and District Victim Services. This is meaningful to us not only because of the amazing donation, but the fact that the donation was raised in memory of Cooper Pennoyer, who was part of our RCMP/Victim Services Family. Thank you!!! <3

https://www.cbc.ca//alberta-victims-of-crime-fund-1.5596123

*Victims of Crime (Strengthening Public Safety) Amendment Act* Amendments to the Act will see the tearing down of the fundamental principles entrenched in the original Victims of Crime Act created in 1990. The Act collects a surcharge on fines assessed for various offenses in Alberta - this is not a tax. These funds are intended to support victim serving organizations in providing services direct to those who have suffered as victims of crime and or tragedy. That is about to change........... Please read our associations official press release regarding the changes and share with your friends and family.

All Albertans deserve to feel safe in their communities. Crime Prevention | Alberta.ca

Were still here!

The Alberta government says it is working hard to get support to vulnerable Albertans during the pandemic.

Please join us in wearing red tomorrow!

After much deliberation and discussion; it is with heavy hearts that we have decided to cancel the upcoming 3rd Annual Austin MacDougall Memorial Golf Classic. With it being less than 2 months away, and still so much uncertainty if the golf course will be open and the event could even be held, its not feasible to put the amount of time and money into planning an event that may not even happen. We are extremely saddened and disappointed, but as with everything else in the world right now, completely out of our control. We honour Austin everyday, every time we think of his funny jokes, witty sense of humour, and awesome smile, or how he could make anyone laugh with even just a look. Hes always with us. Well sit this one out, but well be back. Stay safe and healthy everyone!!!

Our thoughts are with Cst. Heidi Stevensons loved ones, her detachment, and all that knew her, as well as the numerous other victims in this terrible tragedy. We know that many people have been affected, in different ways and on different levels. Please know our hearts are with you all.

An Edmonton psychology office is providing free remote counselling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Little Oaks Psychology

Victim Services is now listed as an essential service under Public Safety and Security!

We want you to know We are still here! Click the link below to contact us. www.victimservicesalberta.com/contact-us/

Courts not open to the general public in Edson.

We came across this in a recent training session.... and the message was eye opening. You never really know how much of a difference you can make in someones life.... Do you have a lollipop moment?

It is hard to believe it has been 15 years.

Its that time of year again! We are beginning preparations and planning for our 3rd Annual Austin MacDougall Memorial Golf Classic!! June 6, 2020 is the date. Registration is not open yet, but please save the date if you would like to attend!! If you are interested in sponsoring or donating to this wonderful event, or would like more information, please feel free to contact us at 780-723-8813, or [email protected] A big thanks for all the support we have received so far, we are again looking forward to honoring Austin and raising funds to support the community!

Edson & District Victim Services Annual General Meeting will take place Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 6:30pm. It will be located at the Red Brick School, west entrance, downstairs. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in learning more about what we do and volunteer positions available. Everyone welcome!

Another great Christmas parade under our belt. Beautiful floats everyone.

A sad reality.....

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the very kind anonymous person who dropped these off for us this morning! They will surely brighten the day of some children we encounter.

Edson & District Victim Services teams up with Alberta Health Care Services to put on the P.A.R.T.Y. Program (Prevention of Alcohol Related Trauma in Youth). Our organization has to raise funding specifically for this worthwhile project. The wonderful Charity Ball Tournament committee have decided to donate to the P.A.R.T.Y. program and help us keep this Grade 9 educational opportunity alive

Family violence affects the whole community... - Editorial Comment: Dana McArthur - Family violence is not only a family matter, it affects everyone in the comm...unity. November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta and this year marks the 33rd anniversary of the creation of this important month of awareness. AHS defines family violence as the abuse of power within relationships of family, trust or dependency that endangers the survival, security or well-being of another person. Family Violence Prevention Month started in 1986 as a local initiative in the town of Hinton, where four remarkable Albertans, Katherine Kennedy, Sonja Bennett, Faye Wheeler, and Glenda Carter formed the Hinton Society for the Prevention of Family Violence and launched Albertas very first family violence education and prevention campaign. In an era when family violence was not talked about publicly, these courageous women inspired the Alberta Legislature to support family violence prevention as an ongoing initiative. This resulted in the creation of Family Violence Prevention Month. Statistics Canada reports 51 percent of women in Canada will or have suffered at least one act of physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. Its important to remember that abuse isnt just physical, but can also be verbal or emotional. There is no single organization or sector that is going to solve this complex social issue on their own. Everyone in the community has a role in preventing family violence and speaking out and discussing it can help break the cycle of violence. For more information the Family Violence Info Line is toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 310-1818. The Yellowhead Emergency Shelter for Women Society has a crisis phone that can be reached at 780-865-5133. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. (see our additional story on page 29 of the November 18, 2019 issue of The Weekly Anchor)

Another step in the right direction!

Anyone that would like to have input you have till Oct 31 to fill out the survey. https://www.alberta.ca/rural-crime-engagement.aspx

A great opportunity to become informed on the topic of Elder abuse.

We will have lots of popcorn, pop, water, skittles, liquorice, and chocolate bars available to purchase. All proceeds go to our programming which includes putting on events like this!

Hey Facebook Fam, As many of you know, I am the Director at Reflections Edson, which is an adult drop-in centre in Edson. I have been working on this little pr...oject to help spread information on the valuable resources that are available in the community to individuals who are experiencing homelessness. I will be putting these up around town and would love if you all could SHARE this as well! My goal is that this information will spread awareness and foster hope amongst those community members who need it most See more