If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
Chatham-Kent Victim Services provides support to victims of hate-motivated acts. This form acts as a way to report acts of hate as well as identify if you wish to receive support.
The support provided includes:
- Providing emotional support
- Providing community resource information related to social services, religious institutions, and community groups.
- Provide support when a police report is filed (you do not need to file a police report).
- Working collaboratively with program partners to address potential barriers to reporting acts
To report a hate-motivated act or to request support, please complete the survey below.
We know that acts of hate often go unreported, and we are looking to collect information on acts of hate in our community.
Acts of hate may include the following that target a particular person or group based on race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or ability.
- Verbal abuse/harassment (including offensive jokes, name calling, targeted insults)
- Intimidation or bullying (in-person)
- Physical assault
- Vandalism, destruction, damage or harm to personal property or belongings
- Graffiti
- Online abuse
- Hoax calls, abusive phone calls or text messages
- Malicious complaints
An act of hate and discrimination does not need to target an individual.
An example may include discriminatory messages or symbols painted on buildings or memorials.
Information about the type of types of incidents, groups being targeted, and where the incidents are taking place will be shared with community partners.
Specific identifying information about individuals or incidents is not shared with the police or anyone else without your express permission unless there is an active safety risk to yourself or others.
This form is not considered a police report. If you wish to file a police report, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service at 519 436-6600 ext. 0 or attend Police Headquarters at 24 Third Street in Chatham or a local Police Service Centre.
If this is an emergency, please call 911.
If you require immediate support, please call the CMHA Chatham-Kent Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-866-299-7447.
Information collected is submitted to our office, and every effort will be made to respond within three business days (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, excluding holidays). If you prefer to leave a voicemail, please call our office at 519-436-6630.
If you are a service provider or filling out the form on behalf of someone else, please fill in the demographic data for the person(s) that were targeted.
A reminder that this form is not considered a police report and information is not shared with law enforcement. If you wish to file a police report or share information with law enforcement, please contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service at 519 436-6600 ext. 0
Thank you for taking the time to review the survey. If you wish to speak to someone or need assistance, please call our office at 519-436-6630.
