Statistics indicate that crime rates and the chance of being victimized have remained relatively stable in Canada. Nonetheless, fear of crime and victimization is prevalent. Numerous studies and media reports particularly highlight the incidence of sexual assault and domestic violence, and these studies and reports tend to maintain the public's fear of crime. The author discusses the use of statistics in evaluating crime patterns, media coverage of crime and violence, government crime prevention policies, victim testimony in the court, and the extent of youth violence.