Glossary
The Victims Help Centre glossary contains terms and accompanying definitions sorted alphabetically.
To find a term, click the letter of the alphabet corresponding to the first letter of the term and then click the arrow icon to view the definition.
N
National Office for Victims (Public Safety Canada)
The National Office for Victims (NOV) at Public Safety Canada acts as a central resource offering information and support on federal corrections issues. As part of its mandate, the office:
- operates a toll-free line, 1-866-525-0554, which victims may call from anywhere in Canada or the United States;
- provides referrals to Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) and the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) for specific enquiries;
- ensures that a victim's perspective is reflected in national policy development; and
- develops information products for dissemination to victims, victim service providers and the general public.