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Youth Community Justice

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326 2nd St S
Kenora
P9N 1G5
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807-468-5440 Ext 245
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Fax: 807-468-5340
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communityjustice@nechee.org
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www.nechee.org/
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Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm

Application

  • Pre charge referral accepted from the investigating police officer

  • Post charge referral accepted from the Crown Attorney

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous youth 12-17 years of age

  • First time, low risk young offenders who are accused of an offence which took place in the Kenora Court catchment area

  • Offences must be non violent and

  • Individual must take full responsibility for their actions and

  • Victim must be willing to take part in the program

  • Offender is expected to complete the resolution contract terms within 3 months

Fees

None

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Acts as an alternative justice program in place of the regular court system
  • Coordinates a meeting (Youth Justice Conference) between the victim and their supporters, the offender and their parents/supporters and program facilitators
  • Allows each party to tell their story of how the crime involved and affected them
  • Assists all members to form a resolution contract that outlines consequences for the offender such as curfew, compensation, school work and personal and public service, instead of being lawfully charged
NOTE: Offenders who plead innocent must remain in the regular court system
Last updated: Apr 30, 2025: Suggest an edit
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