November 27, 2008 — A Cornwall Public Inquiry witness says child sex abuse victims need somewhere to turn. Former O.P.P. officer Tim Smith testified yesterday that a number of victims end up with failed relationships and a poor outlook on life. He says there's support for alcoholism, drugs and gambling but there is no support for male victims of abuse. Smith urged the commissioner to make counselling recommendations in his final report. (Hear audio clip below) Smith's expected to wrap up his sixth and final day on the stand later today. Hearings begin at 9am.  

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“And I would strongly urge you, in your recommendations, sir, to impress upon the government that it is not just the right thing to do, but it’s economically feasible to support those groups that support male victims of sexual abuse, and provide counselling to these people.” 

“…. I think that’s the least that can be done.”]

Suicide Fears Worried Officer - Inquiry

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“how can I do my job at the same time make the arrests that I have to but what can I do to maybe stop these people from taking their lives. Then that -- that wore on all of us, you know.”]