Collective Members’ Voices

Building Supportive Communities

Sewn Together in Solidarity Quilt. Created by Resilience 360 collective members by reflecting on a picture, symbol or phrase that spoke to they feel about creating the toolkit and finishing this collaborative work. Supports for Networks of Care Being part of someone’s Network of Care is a labour of love but can also be hard...

Rural & Urban Settings

Challenges in Rural and Urban Settings Support services and accessing support for survivors of human trafficking can vary by location, with unique challenges in rural areas (remote regions and small towns) and urban centres (cities like Montreal and Vancouver). Understanding these differences helps Networks of Care recognize the barriers and experiences survivors face based on...

Screening Services

Tools for Screening Services for alignment and capacity to support Networks of Care and survivors may find it useful to ask some screening questions when engaging with systems like shelter/homelessness/healthcare/ mental health etc. Here are a few questions survivors and their support people can ask when looking to access a service: What training does your...

Indigenous Families

Understand Indigenous Rights in Family Law: Indigenous families have unique legal rights under the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and Canadian legislation. Below are some tips and tools for navigating legal systems in indigenous communities. Cultural Considerations: Inquire if the advocate is aware of and respects cultural practices, including the...

Legal System

Criminal Legal System  Know your Rights  When legal systems are involved, it’s important to understand the rights and resources available: Canadian Victims Bill of Rights (CVBR): This bill outlines the rights of crime victims and their families across Canada. It applies to federal laws, including the Criminal Code of Canada, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and Controlled...

Systems Navigation

Navigating systems can be challenging and overwhelming, especially when survivors and their Networks of Care are managing multiple systems and agencies at once. Here are some common systems that survivors of human trafficking may have to engage with, along with resources for advocacy and practical tools.