Grants and Contributions:
Title:
The Sankofa Justice Navigator Program
Agreement Number:
13760903
Agreement Value:
$367,647.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 2, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
The project will deliver culturally competent and trauma-informed navigation services for Black adults in Edmonton. Individual support will be provided to Black adults navigating the criminal justice system, in addition to holistic referral services.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Increased capacity to build knowledge, awareness and understanding of justice issues
Location:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5G 0N6
Reference Number:
119-2025-2026-Q4-00058
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
735273682
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
JPIP - CBJS
Recipient's Legal Name:
AFRICAN CANADIAN CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COUNCIL
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Griesbach
Federal Riding Number:
48017
Program:
Justice Partnership and Innovation Program
Program Purpose:
The Justice Partnership and Innovation Program (JPIP) supports the departmental core responsibility of justice system support. The department plays an essential role in ensuring a fair, relevant and accessible Canadian justice system. JPIP’s longterm goal is to contribute to increasing access to the Canadian justice system and strengthening the Canadian legal framework. It supports policy directions of the Department on issues related to family violence, access to justice, and other emerging justice related issues.