Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Black Justice Navigators: Empowering Access and Equity in the Justice System
Agreement Number:
13760749
Agreement Value:
$570,875.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 2, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
The project will reduce systemic barriers for Black adults by providing culturally relevant legal information, support and navigation services. Navigators will be trained in anti-racism, trauma informed practice and legal navigation and partnerships will be established with community organizations. The project will develop multilingual training packages, deliver workshops and provide one on one navigation services.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Canadians have an increased awareness and knowledge of the justice system including their rights and obligations
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1R 6H5
Reference Number:
119-2025-2026-Q4-00173
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
862238722
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Cost Centres:
JPIP - CBJS
Recipient's Legal Name:
JAKU KONBIT
Federal Riding Name:
Ottawa Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35079
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.