Temiskaming & District Victim Crisis Assistance & Referral Service (VCARS) is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides short-term crisis support to victims of crime, tragic circumstance and disaster.

Specially trained crisis responders are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to provide emotional support, practical assistance and referrals to community agencies. VCARS volunteers and staff work in partnership with local police, fire and emergency services to ensure persons affected by crime, tragedy and disaster receive immediate support and assistance.

Temiskaming & District VCARS operates under the Ministry of the Attorney General, Ontario Victim Services Secretariat and has been serving the Temiskaming District since 1997. Services are based on the concept of "Neighbours Helping Neighbours" and are offered free of charge.