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Title:

Corrections and Restorative Justice Working Group

Agreement Number:

27152

Agreement Value:

$251,245.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 11, 2026 - Mar 31, 2031

Description:

The Corrections and Restorative Justice Working Group (CRJWG) of the Canadian Council of Churches (CCC) is a national committee that promotes education, collaboration, and initiatives in corrections, community reintegration, and restorative justice. Through partnerships with key justice-sector organizations, educational activities, and a network of over 760 subscribers, CRJWG works to support safer, healthier communities.

Organization:

Public Safety Canada

Expected Results:

Short-term Outcomes (within 1 year)
-Initial development of faith‑based community reintegration and victim assistance resources through partner and community consultations.
-Increased practitioner knowledge through public learning events, Restorative Justice Week resources, and stakeholder communications.
-Strengthened uptake of restorative approaches among practitioners and increased public awareness of current issues.
-Expanded organizational capacity, national reach, and partnerships through effective engagement of CRJWG volunteers.
-Enhanced inter‑sectoral collaboration through active participation in IFC and NAACJ networks.

Medium-term Outcomes (2-4 years)
-Chaplains in federal women’s institutions equipped with innovative, relational, and restorative programming.
-Published and widely shared context‑sensitive resources for faith community reintegration and victim assistance.
-Improved collaboration between institutional corrections and community‑based organizations.
-Broader dissemination and adoption of evidence‑based restorative justice approaches across sectors.

Long-term Outcomes (5 years)
-Improved reintegration outcomes for formerly incarcerated women and reduced barriers to successful community re‑entry.
-Increased inter‑sectoral collaboration across federal, provincial, and local levels.
-Greater public trust in the criminal justice system and wider engagement in restorative justice approaches.
-Contribution to a safer, healthier, and more resilient society through strengthened restorative justice and victim‑centered practices.

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, CA M5S 2C3

Reference Number:

088-2026-2027-Q1-00078

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

118830512

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Canadian Council of Churches

Federal Riding Name:

University—Rosedale

Federal Riding Number:

35112

Program:

(GCP-VO) Grants and Contributions Program to Voluntary Organizations

Program Purpose:

The Grants and Contributions Program to Voluntary Organizations (GCP VO) supports the development of public safety policies and delivery of services by providing funding to voluntary organizations to maintain a national structure and cover core operating expenses.

NAICS Code:

813110