The Child Witness Centre works in partnership with the justice system and the community to provide support services and impartial court preparation for child witnesses under the age of 18 involved in the criminal justice system in Waterloo Region, Wellington County and Brant County.

The Child Witness Centre receives financial support each year from the United Way of Kitchener-Waterloo & Area, the United Way of Cambridge & North Dumfries, individuals, service clubs, community groups, corporations, churches, employee groups, special events. We receive a small grant each year from the City of Cambridge and the Region of Waterloo. We provide support and court preparation services to any child or youth, aged 17 and younger, who lives in Waterloo Region, Wellington County or Brant County, or is testifying in this region.

Support and assistance
Educating the child about the judicial system
Arranging and attending meetings for the child with the Crown attorney
Meeting with the child for court preparation
Accompanying the child to court
Explaining the verdict
Assisting in writing the victim impact statement