(Public Safety Minister John Foran)
(File Photo)
Victims of violent crimes are getting a break from the provincial government.
Public Safety Minister John Foran announced today that compensation rates for counselling, medication, eye wear, transportation, relocation expenses and funeral expenses will all be increased.
The maximum amount of compensation a victim can get is going from $5,000 to $10,000.
Foran says the changes go into effect June 1st.