Our Mandate
The Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture (CCVT) aids survivors in overcoming the lasting effects of torture and war. In partnership with the community, the Centre supports survivors in the process of successful integration into Canadian society, works for their protection and integrity, and raises awareness of the continuing effects of torture and war on survivors and their families. The CCVT gives hope after the horror.
East Downtown Toronto LIP
The Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture is the lead agency that has assumed the responsibility to coordinate and advance the Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) Initiative in the East Downtown Toronto area. Read more.
News
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Upcoming Event: First Light Celebration 2011
Our annual fundraiser, the First Light Celebration will be held this Friday, November 18th, 2011! An award-winning TV and Radio journalist Piya Chattopadhyay will host the evening. Now in its…
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Centre of Excellence
Please join us in helping the Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture by supporting the new Centre of Excellence initiative, sponsored by Sarah Polley and Jian Ghomeshi.
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Save The Date: November 18 2011
First Light Celebration Join us for an evening featuring CCVT’s awards for community leadership and innovation in the rehabilitation of torture survivors: The Trevor Bartram awards The Amina Malko awards…



