Integrated Domestic Violence Response Team (IDVRT)
Transforming how Edmonton responds to intimate partner violence
The Integrated Domestic Violence Response Team (IDVRT) is a new, community-driven pilot project designed to transform how Edmonton responds to intimate partner violence.
This partnership brings together four frontline organizations — YWCA Edmonton, enCompass Community Safety Agency, Islamic Family and Social Services Association (IFSSA), and the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) — working collaboratively to close a critical service gap and provide fast, coordinated support.
Who it’s for:
Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV)
Referrals:
Provided solely by Edmonton Police Service
Location:
10402 124 Street
In-person and virtual appointments
Hours:
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Contact:
Call 780.423.9922 or email us
Why This Matters
Each year, Edmonton sees between 300 and 1,000 high-risk IPV cases—many of which require urgent, integrated intervention. IDVRT offers a rapid, wraparound service model that:
- Prioritizes survivor safety using evidence-based practices
- Provides client-centered, holistic care
- Improves coordination through a shared IT system and joint case management
This initiative builds on the legacy of the City of Edmonton’s Domestic Abuse High Risk Team (DAHRT), which concluded in 2024. DAHRT embedded seven Registered Social Workers (RSWs) within the EPS Domestic Offender Crimes Section (DOCS), laying the groundwork for this evolved approach.
Who We Are
Through IDVRT, YWCA Edmonton and enCompass will place at least four dedicated RSWs to work closely with the EPS DOCS unit, operating from both police and community agency locations.
Together, we’re strengthening connections between law enforcement and community care—creating a more effective, survivor-focused system for individuals at highest risk.
Project Goals
- Enhance Immediate Support
Deliver fast, coordinated support to high-risk IPV victims—improving safety outcomes, reducing repeat violence, and decreasing emergency service calls. - Simplify System Navigation
Help survivors navigate legal, health, and social systems—making it easier to access the right services at the right time. - Streamline Communication & Data Sharing
Use IFSSA’s Transform database—a consent-based, secure platform that enables partner agencies to share information—so survivors don’t have to repeat their story multiple times. - Build a Scalable, Evidence-Based Model
Apply research-backed approaches in trauma-informed care, risk assessment, and case management to develop a model that works—and can be replicated in other communities. Regular reporting will support continuous learning and improvement.
Partners
