Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual act that occurs with or without physical contact. Sexual assault interferes with basic rights, particularly a person’s right to physical and psychological safety.
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Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux
If you are the victim of a sexual assault, don’t hesitate to  call 911. |
Get help and services
In Laval, victims of sexual assault can get comprehensive and confidential services, whether or not you intend to proceed with charges (for people aged 12 and older).
Medical and social services for sexual assault consist of:
- Medical care and psychosocial services.
- Help throughout the legal process.
- Support for loved ones.
- Close collaboration with different partners (the police, Director of Youth Protection, the Crime Victims Assistance Centre, and community organizations).
- These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Where to go if you are the victim of a sexual assault:
- Within 5 days of the assault
Go to the emergency room of the Hôpital de la Cité-de-la-Santé to see a health care professional. This service is available at all times.
Information: 450 975-5500
- Over 5 days but within 6 months
Contact the CLSC du Marigot: a staff member will quickly help you in order to assess your request.
Information: 450 668-1444, extension 45173
- Over 6 months
Contact a psychosocial support worker atInfo-Social. Information: 811
Resources for sexual assault victims
Many community organizations in Laval help the victims of sexual assault and also help men who have a violence problem. They offer listening, information, awareness, support, guidance and shelter services.
For more information, contact one of these organizations:
Centre d’écoute de Laval Centre des femmes de Laval Centre des femmes dynamiques de Laval Shield of Athéna Centre de prévention et d’intervention pour victimes d’agression sexuelle Centre d’intervention en délinquance sexuelle Crime Victims Assistance Centre