RISE Program

Sexualized violence can lead to both criminal and civil court cases, but they serve different purposes.

⚖️ In criminal court, the focus is on punishing the offender for breaking the law. If found guilty, the offender could face jail time or other penalties.

📄 In civil court, survivors can seek compensation for the harm done, like emotional distress or medical costs. It’s about holding the offender accountable in a different way.

You have options—reach out to learn more about your rights.

📞 Call/text 902-218-6143
✉️ [email protected]

In Canada, there is no limitation period for reporting sexual assault to the police. This means you can report the assault, no matter how long ago it happened.

You deserve support, and it’s never too late to reach out for help.

If you’d like to explore your options, we’re here for you.

We offer free legal advice and information to people on PEI who have experienced sexual violence, intimate partner violence, or workplace sexual harassment.

📞 Call or text 902-218-6143
💻 Email [email protected]

Have you experienced sexual or intimate partner violence or workplace sexual harassment?

We’re here to help.

RISE is a program of Community Legal Information. We provide free legal resources and support to survivors.

We offer:

➡️ Up to 4 hours of free legal advice from a lawyer

➡️ Legal information resources (in multiple languages)

➡️ Help navigating the justice system

➡️ Referrals to community services

We know reaching out can feel hard, but you don’t have to face this alone.

📞 902-218-6143

✉️ [email protected]

Join us for a free, virtual workshop on trauma-informed legal practice! This training is for anyone in the legal sector – including community advocates.

Facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Lori Haskell, participants will gain skills and knowledge to support survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence.
Participants will learn how:

☑ Trauma is stored in the body and limbic system, creating physical and psychological symptoms.

☑ Trauma can impact victim memory, reactions and behaviour and how misinterpreting this behaviour impacts sexual assault investigations.

☑ To assess your own practices and processes with a trauma-informed lens.

Contact [email protected] to register.

If someone shares your intimate image without your consent, it can feel overwhelming and distressing. You are not alone, and there are legal options available in Prince Edward Island.

Under the Intimate Images Protection Act, you may be able to start a civil action in the Supreme Court of PEI. A civil action is a court process between people. It is not a criminal case, and it does not involve the police.

Through this process, you can ask the court for a legal order. This is called a remedy. A remedy may include things like having the image removed, or receiving financial compensation for harm or loss. The court may also order other steps depending on your situation.

If you are thinking about reporting to the police, or if you are unsure about your options, we are here to help you understand what is available and what steps may feel right for you.

📞 902-218-6143
✉️ [email protected]

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is abuse or aggression in a romantic relationship.

This violence can include physical, sexual, psychological, financial, stalking, or coercive control.

Intimate partners can include current and former spouses or dating partners. It can happen to anyone—no matter your age, gender, or background.

Your safety matters. If you're experiencing IPV, please reach out to someone you trust or a support service.

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If you need help understanding your legal options, we’re here for you. We know reaching out can feel hard, but you don’t have to do this alone.

We’re here to listen and can help you understand your options.

📞 Call/text 902-218-6143

✉️ [email protected]

Workplace sexual harassment can happen to anyone. It can be confusing, stressful, and hard to know where to turn.

We offer a free guide to help people understand what workplace sexual harassment is, what the law says, and how the justice system works.

This guide is available in 8 languages so you can access it in the language that feels most comfortable to you: English, French, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, and Farsi.

You can download the guide on our website. Tap the link in our bio.

We support people who are experiencing workplace sexual harassment. If you need help understanding your legal options, we are here for you.

📞 902-218-6143
✉️ [email protected]

Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used by one person to dominate and control another, often in an intimate relationship.

It may look like:

▪ Manipulation, intimidation, and threats.

▪ Being isolated from your friends and family.

▪ Having your movements monitored.

▪ Being criticized and belittled.

▪ Having your money controlled.

Everyone deserves freedom and respect in their relationships. If you or someone you know is facing coercive control, reach out to us.

We’re here to listen and can help you understand your options.

📞 Call/text 902-218-6143

✉️ [email protected]

We know workplace sexual harassment can happen in many places and situations. It may happen once or many times. All situations matter, even if they seem small.

If you are experiencing workplace sexual harassment and want to learn about your legal options, contact us.

📞 902-218-6143
✉️ [email protected]

Join us for our Annual General Meeting!

We look forward to sharing more about our work with you. Andrew MacDonald, Legal Director of our new Community Legal Clinic will also share an overview of the new program.

🕟 September 8th at 4:30 pm
📍Virtual (Zoom)

Everyone is welcome!

Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/annual-general-meeting-2026-tickets-1997569068858

We’ll send out the Zoom link shortly before the meeting.