Family Violence Matters

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Find out if you are eligible.

Are you in immediate danger?

If you are in immediate danger, go to the police or dial 9-1-1.

Are you experiencing family violence?

Family violence can be:

Family members include people who:

Do you need an Emergency Protection Order?

If you or your family are experiencing family violence and need immediate protection:

During business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- In the Edmonton area, please call 1-780-422-4730
- Anywhere else in Alberta – please visit the Government of Alberta website for EPOs for information on where and when to apply for an Emergency Protection Order.

Outside of business hours, please visit the Government of Alberta website for EPOs for information on where and when to apply for an Emergency Protection Order.

There is no cost to apply for an EPO.

Do you want to know how to help someone in a family violence situation?

Watch the recording and browse FAQs from our online information session about how an emergency protection order can keep someone safe from an abuser.