Crime Victim Assistance Program Application Forms

Expanded support through the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP)

In December 2023, amendments to the legislation and regulation that guide CVAP were approved and will expand the support available through the program (news release). Changes to certain eligibility criteria and access to benefits come into force on January 1, 2024, and will apply to those applications where a crime occurred on or after January 1, 2024.

An increase in the rates CVAP is able to pay for counselling will apply to all applications where counselling services are provided on or after January 1, 2024.

Additional information is being developed to support applicants and partners in understanding these changes, including updates to CVAP’s application forms. While this is underway, please see the following Q&A documents and use the existing application forms which can be accessed through the link below.

• Q&A for Applicants
• Q&A for Victim Service Providers
• Q&A for Counsellors

CVAP now accepts electronically signed CVAP applications via email (cvap@gov.bc.ca), due to COVID-19.

The Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) helps victims, immediate family members of victims, and witnesses affected by violent crime. Benefits provided by CVAP aim to help offset financial loss and assist in recovery from injuries.

Application forms and instructions

To submit an electronic application by email:

• Save the electronic application form to your computer.
• Close the browser.
• Open the saved application form using the free Adobe Reader program.
• Complete and email the application.
• Delete these documents when you're done if you are concerned for your safety and privacy.
• If you need help, contact the Crime Victim Assistance Program at 604-660-3888 or toll-free in B.C. at 1-866-660-3888

To print the application and fill it in by hand:

• Open the printable application form in your web browser.
• Print the file.
• Follow the instructions on the form to complete and mail it to the Crime Victim Assistance Program.

Counselling Guidelines

The Crime Victim Assistance Program Counselling Guidelines are for counsellors. They provide information on expectations, reporting requirements, limitations and reimbursement for counselling services. The document includes information regarding the new counselling rates that will apply to services provided after January 1, 2024.