Who can report mistreatment?
Family members, caregivers, professionals, or even community members who believe a person is being mistreated—or who witness such mistreatment—can report it. A person who is being mistreated can also file a complaint directly.
How to file a complaint
Contact the Complaints Commissioner of the institution where a person has or is experiencing mistreatment:
UTHC services:
E-mail: complaints.kuujjuaq@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Toll-free number: 1 833 964-2905, ext. 2509
Telephone: 819 964-2509, ext. 2509
IHC and Ullivik services:
E-mail: complaint.commissioners.csi@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Telephone: 819 988-2957, ext. 4274
Regional services:
E-mail: complaints.nrbhss@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Toll-free number: 1 833 428-4242
Next Steps
Every report must be evaluated. The confidentiality of the person making the report is protected, and the law prohibits any form of retaliation against them.
Learn more:
Consult the Policy on the Fight against Maltreatment of Seniors and Other Persons of Full Age in Vulnerable Situations