Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Indigenous Justice Program Elder Mentoring Sessions
Agreement Number:
13459979
Agreement Value:
$33,600.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 17, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project will use teachings developed by an Elder to support Indigenous Justice Program staff and Indigenous Liaison Officers working within the provincial correctional system. The teachings will cover history and revitalization of traditional systems, as well as the seven traditional codes. The teaching sessions will be recorded so they can be re-visited or shared with other Indigenous Justice Programs.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Increased capacity to deliver Indigenous community-based justice programs and services
Location:
Merritt, British Columbia, CA V1K1B8
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00438
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
Capacity Building - Aboriginal Justice Strategy Fund
Recipient's Legal Name:
NICOLA VALLEY COMMUNITY JUSTICE SERVICES SOCIETY
Federal Riding Name:
Central Okanagan--Similkameen--Nicola
Federal Riding Number:
59005
Program:
Indigenous Justice Program
Program Purpose:
The Indigenous Justice Program supports culturally-relevant community-based justice programs that offer alternatives to mainstream justice processes in appropriate circumstances.