Volunteer

Role of a Volunteer Advocate
Advocates are dispatched by the RCMP to attend important calls.

• Advocates take turns being on call for five shifts each month
• Work in teams of two. Safety is foremost
• Choice of shifts, day or night
• Two year commitment required
• All required training is provided
• Advocates must be able to maintain strict confidentiality
• Pass background screening checks
• Participate in fundraising and public awareness events

Advocates provide information, support and referral:

• Practical and emotional support
• Justice system information and assistance
• Victim Impact Statements
• Court support and accompaniment
• Referral to community links
• Critical Incident Stress Management Team (optional)
• Exhibit Returns
• Transportation

Basic Training
To become an advocate, applicants must successfully complete Basic Training. Basic training is done on-line through the BC Institute of Justice.  A certificate formt he Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security is given for those successfully completing training. 

Volunteers can start their training any month throughout the year.

Apply to Become a Victim Services Advocate
To apply to become a Victim Services Advocate fill out our online application, or print and fill out this PDF form and drop it off or send it to:

Wetaskiwin and District Victim Services
5005-48 Avenue
Wetaskiwin, AB  T9A 0N1

All applicants must  be at least 18 years of age, a Canadian Citizen or landed immigrant, have a valid Alberta Driver's license with a good record, and pass screening requirments.

Role of the Board of Directors
The program is governed by an elected board of directors. The unit has 8-10 directors, 1-2 police liaison members on the board, 2 staff members and approximately 15 volunteer advocates.

The primary functions of the board are governance and fundraising.

• Governance responsibilities include public relations, personnel and training, finance, social activities, membership and policy.
• Current fundraising project held annually is our charity checkstop.  Check out our events page for details.  

Expectations of Board Members

• Encourage a strong and proactive relationship with the RCMP
• Attend board meetings
• Participate on committees
• Participate in board training events
• Maintain confidentiality
• Understand the role of the Unit, including advocates’ work of supporting victims of crime and tragedy through crisis intervention, practical and emotional support, home and business security checks, public education and critical incident stress management
• Foster a positive relationship between the board, office staff, RCMP and volunteer advocates.
• Pass screening and be elected at the annual general meeting
• Participate in fund raising events
• Have a belief in the value of support for victims of crime and tragedy

Apply to Become a Victim Services Board Member
To apply to become a Victim Services Board Member fill out our online application, or print and fill out this PDF form and drop it off or send it to:

Phone 780-312-7287
Wetaskiwin and District Victim Services
5005-48 Avenue
Wetaskiwin, AB  T9A 0N1