Get Help
Support is available to anyone who has experienced sex or gender based violence or misconduct, regardless of whether the experience was recent or a long time ago. It’s never too late to get help.
Emily Carr University offers trauma-informed, non-judgmental and confidential support. We have also compiled resources in the broader communities of Vancouver that may be helpful to you.
24/7 Support + Urgent Care
If you are in need of immediate assistance, call SALAL 24-hour crisis and information line: 604-255-6344. Support is available to everyone, including visitors to Canada and international students.
To reach the Vancouver Police Department (VPD): call 911 for emergencies. You can also call their non-emergency line for less urgent issues at 604-717-3321.
If you decide to go to the hospital, you do not have to go alone. You can request hospital accompaniment from WAVAW or you can ask someone you trust to go with you.
Where to go in Metro Vancouver
- Vancouver General Hospital – Sexual Assault Service
910 West 10th Ave, Vancouver BC
T: 604-875-2881 - Urgent Care Center UBC Hospital - Sexual Assault Service
910 West 10th Ave, Vancouver BC
T: 604-875-2881
- Surrey Memorial Hospital
2211 Wesbrook Mall Vancouver, BC V6T 2B5
T: 604-953-4723 - Abbotsford Regional Hospital
32900 Marshall Road, Abbotsford BC
604-851-4700
What to Expect When Seeking Medical Care:
When you arrive at the hospital, you can inform the intake nurse that you have been assaulted and ask to see a specialized nurse or doctor. Once they arrive, they will explain your medical options.
You have the right to choose what services you receive. You may say no to any tests, exams, or questions that you are uncomfortable with. You have the right to change your mind at any time and ask the doctor or nurse to stop what they are doing if you are uncomfortable.
With your consent, the specialized nurse and/or doctor can provide a thorough examination. They will:
- Treat your injuries
- Offer emergency contraception
- Offer medications to prevent sexually transmitted infections
- Collect forensic evidence by taking blood and urine samples, swabbing various parts of your body, and photographing your injuries and clothing. This can be done even if you do not wish to contact the police. It gives you the option of reporting if and when you are ready to do so. You can request the hospital to store your evidence for up to one year.
- Refer you to a hospital counsellor or social worker who will provide follow-up information and refer you to community resources.
Legal Support
Access Pro Bono Legal – Summary Advice Program
- Provides legal advice to low and modest income individuals by telephone, online or in person.
- Volunteer lawyers provide up to a half-hour of advice at each appointment.
1-877-762-6664 or 1-604-878-7400
Website
BC Legal Aid
- BC Legal Aid provides legal aid in BC, for BC residents, in criminal, family and immigration matters.
604-408-2172
Email info@legalaid.bc.ca
Website
BC Family Justice Services
- Provides public access to free mediation services for couples separating and family conflict.
1-844-747-3963
Website
Stand Informed
- Provides free confidential legal advice to inform your decision.
- Call them if you're not sure what happened to you was sexual assault, of if you're not sure you qualify.
- Provided by the Community Legal Assistance Society and the Department of Justice Canada.
604-673-3143
1-888-685-6222 (toll free in B.C.)
Email standinformed@clasbc.net
Website
On-Campus Resources
Student Resource Coordinator
- The SRC is available to listen and help you navigate your options in a confidential, safe space.
- If you decide to take action, such as filing a report against someone else, the SRC will accompany you and provide support.
Email the Student Resource Coordinator at src-support@ecuad.ca or visit their webpage to learn more.
Coordinator, Student Rights, Responsibility + Safety
- The Coordinator is available to provide confidential information and support for reporting sexual or gender-based violence or misconduct.
- The Coordinator works with other campus resources to facilitate safe pathways to disclose, report and foster healing.
Email Coordinator of Student Rights, Responsibility and Safety Justine Langille or visit this webpage to learn more.
Counselling Services
- Free, confidential and supportive counselling services are available to Emily Carr University students.
- Counselors can provide information about your options for reporting sexual violence or misconduct, support you through the reporting process, and connect you to community resources.
- Counselling is available in person and online.
Email to book an appointment or visit the Counselling web page to learn more.
Human Resources
- Support is available to staff and faculty who have experienced sexual violence and misconduct.
- Our Employee and Family Assistance Program provides confidential counselling support for employees and their families.
Email Human Resources at hr@ecuad.ca
Campus Security
- Security is on-site during all building hours.
- They can provide first aid, contact emergency responders, investigate suspicious activity, and provide safe walk services to your car or bus stop.
Security is located behind the Reception Desk on Level 2, near the Libby Leshgold Gallery. You can contact security by phoning 604-844-3838, or by using one of the security phones located across campus.