Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Cost-Sharing Agreement- Indigenous Courtwork Program- Saskatchewan
Agreement Number:
12667848
Agreement Value:
$4,800,075.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
The objective of the Indigenous Courtwork Program is to facilitate and enhance access to justice by assisting Indigenous Persons (adults and youth) charged with an offence under any federal or provincial statute, municipal by-law, or otherwise involved in the justice system to obtain fair, just, equitable and culturally relevant treatment.
These services include information on charges, court procedures, rights and responsibilities, bail, diversion, restorative justice and Indigenous community justice alternatives; support in accessing legal resources as well as appropriate community programming including wellness, trauma, housing, family and employment services; and, facilitating communication among court officials, accused persons, family members and communities to ensure understanding and collaboration.
Organization:
Department of Justice Canada
Expected Results:
Increased awareness of rights, obligations and resources by Indigenous people in contact with the justice system.
Location:
Regina, Saskatchewan, CA S4P4B3
Reference Number:
119-2024-2025-Q4-00059
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Amendment to increase funding agreement by $960,000.00
Cost Centres:
Indigenous Courtwork Program
Amendment Date
Feb 3, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN, MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Federal Riding Name:
Regina--Wascana
Federal Riding Number:
47009
Program:
Indigenous Courtwork Program
Program Purpose:
Since 1978, the Department through the Indigenous Courtwork Program makes contributions to provincial/territorial governments through bilateral multi-year cost-sharing contribution agreements to support the provision of culturally competent services to Indigenous persons charged with an offence under federal or provincial statute or municipal by-law or otherwise involved in the justice system.
Amendments: