Your application has met the criteria provided for by law for it to be accepted.
A compensation officer has authorized the financial assistance provided for based on the immediate needs and the category of victim.
Initial management of the file
A compensation officer will contact you to provide you with information about the financial assistance you are entitled to. They will discuss the following topics with you:
- IVAC’s mandate
- Roles and responsibilities of:
- the IVAC compensation officer and rehabilitation counsellor
- the victim
- the service provider, such as the health professional
- Financial assistance offered
- Identification of the needs arising from the criminal offence
- Payments of financial assistance to compensate for a loss of income or financial assistance to compensate for certain disabilities, if required
Throughout the management of the file
The person in charge of your file supports you in your recovery and puts the financial assistance you are entitled to in place.
They evaluate any new application for financial assistance and authorize it, where applicable.
They pay the lump sum for permanent impairment when you file a health assessment that confirms the presence of sequelae for which there is no possibility of a significant improvement.
Important
You are responsible for informing us of your needs and submitting your applications for financial assistance so that IVAC can assist you in your recovery.