What should I do if my spouse is violent?

If your spouse is violent, call the police. The police will call the Victim Crisis and Referral Services (VCARS) on your behalf. VCARS is an organization that helps victims emotionally and can give you practical advice and referrals. Police in Ontario must press charges if they have reasonable grounds to believe that domestic violence has taken place.

If you are a victim of domestic violence, you should contact the Victim Support Line at 1-888-579-2888, or 416-314-2447 in the Greater Toronto Area. The Victim Support Line can help you by giving you personal information and connecting you with appropriate services. If it is an emergency, call 911.