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Restorative Justice Week 2005 National Report

Personally, I believe that restorative justice works. That is, I believe that restorative justice—when done properly—promotes justice. I believe that restorative justice must be seen as one important measure, in a list of measures that is available in our justice system.

One of those key challenges is to ensure that restorative justice programs deliver on their promise of helping victims and communities to heal and helping offenders to understand—and be genuinely remorseful—for the hurt they have caused. So, the key question is: How do we ensure that restorative justice programs accomplish their goals? And the follow-up question to that, from my point of view, is: What can the Government of Canada do to help?

Former Minister of Justice and
Attorney General of Canada,
Irwin Cotler, November 19, 2005

BACKGROUND

Restorative Justice Week is celebrated annually across Canada since 1996. Restorative Justice Week is recognized every third week of November to acknowledge the impacts and achievements of the restorative justice approach and its application in the traditional criminal justice system. Restorative Justice Week is also a time to celebrate all practitioners involved through community organizations and the Canadian criminal justice system, as well as the many Canadians who are becoming increasingly invested in restorative justice.

Restorative Justice Week was initiated by CSC, the Interfaith Committee on Chaplaincy within CSC's Chaplaincy Division, and the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division. For more than a decade, restorative justice and its associated practices have been used to resolve conflicts of various natures and that which result from crime. The use of restorative justice as a viable response to the impacts of crime is increasing throughout Canada and is expanding throughout the world as countries celebrate International Restorative Justice Week.

CSC, working with a wide network of partners, has ensured the expansion and promotion of Restorative Justice Week throughout Canada. Restorative Justice Week, originally born out of a day called "Prisoners Sunday'', is an opportunity to reach out to Canadians and engage them in an ongoing dialogue concerning the social response to crime and the areas where restorative justice has demonstrated its benefits through practice in healing the harms affecting Canadians as a result of crime.

Restorative Justice Week continues to actively inspire Canadians and to:

• Educate the public on the principles and values of restorative justice processes and initiatives;
• Inform the public of the multitude of restorative justice initiatives and programs that are available across Canada;
• Build safer communities by breaking the cycles of violence and victimization among people;
• Engage Canadians to work with CSC in building strong, safe and supportive environments.

In the face of crime and conflict, restorative justice is a philosophy and an approach that views crime and conflict principally as harm done to people and relationships. It strives to provide support and safe opportunities for the voluntary participation and communication between those affected (victims, offenders, and community) to encourage accountability, reparation, and a movement towards understanding, feelings of satisfaction, healing, safety and closure.

Restorative Justice and
Dispute Resolution Division,
CSC, 1998

 

In contrast to the traditional criminal justice system in place in Canada, restorative justice views crime and conflict differently as focus is placed on the harm caused by crime and/or conflict and the means to minimize the harm experienced by all parties involved rather than simply viewing crime as the laws that are broken.

Public safety is dependent on offenders, victims, and the community locating a process that promotes communication, administers a sense of responsibility and ability to ultimately repair the harm done to victims and reduce future harm by preventing crime.

This process is similar to that used by Canadians resolving social and familial conflict appropriately through a respectful process involving an exchange that promotes understanding and seeks to repair the harms experienced between the parties to restore healthy, safe and functional relationships.

For this process to be effective in the area of corrections, offenders need to be sincerely accountable for their actions and for the harms they have caused through a process of self-exploration and victim empathy. Restorative justice seeks redress for victims, compensation by offenders, and reintegration of both within the community.

Safer communities are built through co-operative efforts by individuals, communities, and governmental sectors. In contrast to the traditional criminal justice system which tends to be more exclusionary to the individuals involved, restorative justice views criminal actions more comprehensively and involves more parties impacted by crime.

Restorative justice approaches actively help people interested in facing the impacts of crime and conflict directly. In doing so, such approaches provide support to victims, offenders, and community members. A variety of healing and reparative initiatives are employed in the restorative justice approach. They include:

• Victim-offender mediation: a face-to-face encounter and dialogue between victim and offender;
• Surrogate victim-offender mediation: a face-to-face encounter and dialogue between a victim and an offender (not the victim’s actual offender) who has committed a similar offence as to that experienced by the victim;
• Sentencing circles inspired by Aboriginal traditions;
• Community justice forums: bringing victim and offender together with their supporters to discuss harm done and to create restorative solutions; and
• Other restorative justice processes, dependant on the wishes of the participants, such as letter exchanges.

The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) continually strives in its commitment, "To ensure that the concerns of victims are taken into account in discharging our responsibilities" (CSC Mission Statement, Strategic Objectives 1.10).

CSC's Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division is committed to fostering the development of restorative justice. This Division contributes to strategic developments within the organization moving restorative justice initiatives in a positive direction.

 

OVERVIEW OF RESTORATIVE JUSTICE WEEK 2005

Theme and Resources

The theme for Restorative Justice Week 2005 was the result of a creative consultation and selection process involving a number of external partners including offenders, victims, victim serving agencies, CSC staff, criminal justice partners, restorative justice practitioners, and faith community representatives. Following a thorough review of all suggested themes, "Wisdom Gained Through Experience" was selected as it acknowledges the years of dedication, energy and passion that many Canadians have given in planting and nurturing the principles of Restorative Justice.

"Wisdom Gained Through Experience" speaks to the natural place of restorative options in our society. It acknowledges that restorative justice has deep roots in various traditions and cultures as well as having set new roots into the contemporary justice system. It celebrates the growing body of experience, writing, and research which enables practitioners to branch out into different areas and applications of those principles. It provides a means to climb higher and to see further.

While this theme celebrates the development of restorative justice through the many experiences, initiatives and projects, it also recognizes that continued wisdom will result from past and future developments in restorative justice as progressive steps are made to have restorative justice principles integrated into Canadian policy in the justice system and beyond, in schools, and society as a whole.

Restorative Justice Week 2005 shares stories, wisdom and research; celebrate successes and results; recognizes contributions; and considers areas where restorative justice needs to extend its reach and identify the challenges for the continued application of restorative justice in responding to the harm caused by crime and conflict among all Canadians.

As in the last nine years, many individuals and groups have generously contributed to the production of various resources for Restorative Justice Week 2005. We are grateful to all who have shared their reflections and insights on restorative justice and on this year's theme, as well as the many individuals and groups who dedicate their time, expertise, skills and unique perspectives to advancing the principles of restorative justice in their own communities and lives.

Based on the theme presented, the Gatineau-based graphic design firm KABOOM! Communication Design Inc., participated in a consultation process to appropriately capture the theme and produce an image to convey some of the inherent messages. As a result of their work, the following image with the symbolic representation of the tree growing out of rocky terrain illustrates the harsh environment in which restorative justice has deeply planted its roots and persistently grown over the last decade in Canadian society. It has done so through the sharing of collective wisdom and flourished through the experiences of victims, offenders, practitioners, community groups, and leaders. It is this sharing of experience which has led to the growing interest in restorative justice principles throughout the world. This image represented Restorative Justice Week 2005 on all materials.

With the theme and image in place, the following resources were produced:

• Basic Resource Kit - prepared by the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division with the input from internal and external partners;
• Poster - prepared by the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division.
• Generic Proclamation - prepared by the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division.
• Christian Resources- electronic publication prepared by the Chaplaincy Division;
• Christian Leaflet - prepared by the Chaplaincy Division>; and
• Interfaith Leaflet- prepared by the Chaplaincy Division.
• Spiritual Reflections on the Theme - prepared by the >Chaplaincy Division.

Restorative Justice Week 2005 materials were available online from the CSC Internet website allowing a wider audience to access the materials within the kits on a national and international level. The Basic Resource Kit and the Restorative Justice Week poster were available free of charge through Internet order, by mail, fax, and e-mail.

The Restorative Justice Week 2005 Resource Kit involved written collaborations by victims, community members, restorative justice practitioners, criminal justice partners, and much more. The Spiritual Resources (published electronically only) included prayers, liturgical aids, articles reflecting restorative justice at work within faith communities, and other multi-faith resources.

This year the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division processed 446 orders received from the general public requesting Restorative Justice Week 2005 materials. This represents a percentage increase of 46% over the number of orders received in 2004 (n=306).

CANADIAN ORDERS

1,931 Restorative Justice Week 2005 kits and 2,498 posters were mailed out. Of the 446 orders, 406 were Canadian requests and the remaining 40 were international orders. In comparison to 2004, there was a percentage increase of 49% for resource kits and an impressive increase of 91% for Restorative Justice Week 2005 posters.

The majority of the orders received were from Ontario, followed by British Columbia, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.

In addition to the online orders, the Restorative Justice Division distributed materials by mail directly to all CSC sites. Basic Resource Kits were also distributed to the Regional Deputy Commissioners (RDC), EXCOM Members, the National Steering Committee, the Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) Working Group, the Wardens of all Federal institutions, District Parole Offices, District Directors in each Region, and community partners.

International communities have continued to look to Canada and the Correctional Service of Canada for reference materials to add to their annual celebration of Restorative Justice Week or to share in CSC's annual Restorative Justice Week theme. In doing so, Restorative Justice Week moves forward on a global level making communities aware of the Restorative Justice approach and processes while benefiting, healing and resolving conflict in all levels of community.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS

Of the 40 international orders processed online:

29 orders from the United States of America (CA, IL, KS, MN, ME, MO, VT, and WI);

3 orders from England;

2 orders from South Africa;

1 order from Belgium;

1 order from Costa Rica;

1 order from Germany;

1 order from Pakistan;

1 order from Switzerland; and

1 order from Ukraine.

Restorative Justice Week Proclamations

Mayors, Reeves, Councillors and Community Leaders of every town and city across Canada were invited to proclaim November 13^th to the 20^th as Restorative Justice Week 2005.

In 2004, 46 towns and cities in Canada proclaimed Restorative Justice Week in their communities for the first year ever in Canadian history. During Restorative Justice Week 2005, 117 municipalities responded to the call and of those that responded, 111 towns and cities across Canada proclaimed Restorative Justice Week 2005. There was an increase of 65 Restorative Justice Week proclamations in 2005, which represents a percentage increase of 141%.

Of the 111 proclamations signed by Canadian municipalities, the following chart illustrates the Canadian population affected by the proclamation and thus providing an indication of the number of Canadians made aware of restorative justice and/or that have increased their knowledge of restorative justice principles and approaches in addressing the harms as a result of crime and conflict.

Of the 111 Canadian municipalities that proclaimed Restorative Justice Week 2005 across Canada:

• 4,347,602 Canadians were represented by the proclamations;
• 10.29% of Canadian municipalities were represented by the proclamations;
• 13.69% of the Canadian population were represented by the proclamations.

Restorative Justice Week Proclamations in the United States of America

Charlottesville, Virginia proclaimed Restorative Justice Week 2005.

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

Restorative Justice Week events and conferences were organized by several countries to commemorate the week around the world and advance the work in restorative justice including those listed below:

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Manchester, England, UK

November 9-11, 2005

Restorative Justice Conference – The Next Step: Developing Restorative Communities

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Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland hosted a number of events throughout the week.

Sunday 13 November:
Services of Worship at East Belfast Mission and Eglington Presbyterian Church with a theme of Restorative Justice.

Monday 14 November:
Terry O'Connell, Real Justice – A workshop hosted by the Family Group Conference Forum (NI) on "Integrating Restorative Practice: Realities and Challenges". Contact: Mena Wilson, Tel: 02890 705495 Fax: 02890 792499 email Mena@Unicornconsultancy.co.uk

Tuesday 15 November:
The Award ceremony for the 4 winners of a Poetry Competition aimed at raising awareness of restorative justice among secondary level young people through schools and youth groups.

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Restorative Justice – what can it offer? Held at Ballysillan Community Forum, Belfast

Wednesday 16 November:
Greater Shankill Alternatives - ‘Creating Inclusive Communities’: A launch of an anti-racism restorative justice project, Mount Gilbert School

Thursday 17 November & Friday 18 November:
"Shattered Lives, Hope of Healing": a two-day Workshop by Dave Gustafson and Sandi Bergen for experienced practitioners in Restorative Practices in relation to violent crime and communal violence.

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Brattleboro, VT, USA

What is justice and what does it require? When a crime occurs, what needs to happen? How should we as a society respond to wrongdoing? What is Restorative Justice? These and other provocative questions took center stage at the Latchis Theatre, Brattleboro Community Justice Center. BCJC hosted a community forum of film and discussion to mark the beginning of International Restorative Justice Week 2005.

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Milwaukee, WI, USA

Marquette University hosted a number of events throughout the week of November 13-17, 2005.

Monday, Nov. 14
The Marquette Law School presented Restorative Justice Movie Night. The Restorative Justice Initiative screened short films about the restorative justice process and specifically, the work of the Marquette program at the Green Bay Correctional Institution

Tuesday, Nov. 15
Dr. Mark Umbreit, the 2005 Marquette Law School visiting Boden professor, led The Art of Restorative Justice Dialogue, a training seminar for those who would like to know more about how restorative justice and the peacemaking process work, as well as those who wish to augment earlier meditation training.

Wednesday, Nov. 16
Umbreit presented the keynote lecture, Restorative Justice in the 21^st Century: A Social Movement Full of Opportunities and Pitfalls. In addition to his position as the Marquette Law School visiting Boden Professor, Umbreit is a professor and the founding director of the Center for Restorative Justice & Peacemaking at the University of Minnesota School of Social Work. He also serves on the faculty of the Center for Spirituality and Healing in the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center.

Thursday, Nov. 17
Victims who have benefited from restorative justice, restorative justice practitioners and students met to discuss their experiences in the program over a brown bag lunch.

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Minnesota Department of Corrections, USA

Wednesday, Nov. 16
3:00 p.m. Offenders at Shakopee Prison will make toys for children in need.

Thursday, Nov. 17
Offenders at Shakopee will cut soup lables and box tops for local schools.

Friday, Nov. 18
Restorative justice video and information materials will be presented to offenders at all state prisons.

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St-Louis, MO, USA

The University of Missouri - St. Louis hosted a number of events throughout International Restorative Justice Week 2005 from November 13 to 19, 2005.

 

"Weaving Barriers Against Violence"

November 13, 2005

Location: Central Reform Congregation - 5020 Waterman

Documentary Film Long Night's Journey into Day: South Africa's Search for Truth and Reconciliation with special guest Linda Biehl of the Amy Biehl Foundation and local artist Larry Wilkinson and others exhibiting and selling their work. The film is an award-winning documentary about four heart-rending stories from the apartheid era and conversation with Linda Biehl who tests the limits of restorative justice with healing and reconciliation after the death of her daughter Amy at the hands of a town mob.

"Strategies for Restoring Community"

November 15, 2005

Location: University of Missouri, St. Louis

Keynote speaker William Whitcomb, Community Relations Service U.S. Department of Justice describes his work in easing racial tension, responding to hate crimes and diffusing volatile situations involving police and schools. Mr. Whitcomb is joined by other panelists representing perspectives of victims, offenders and community members.

"Restorative Justice: Native American Contributions and Experiences"

November 18, 2005

Location: Washington University

Honorable Amy Lovell, Chief Judge for the Pueblo of Zia located in New Mexico speaks from experience in providing training and technical assistance to communities that are traditionally underserved with a focus on, but not limited to, American Indian and Alaskan Native communities. She is recognized for establishing "Healing to Wellness Courts" that address drug use, truancy and juvenile delinquency, while at the same time maintain and respect American Indian traditions. Judge Lovell is joined by Mr. Raymond Perales who developed a restorative justice and balanced approach to effectively address juvenile delinquency and substance abuse within the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes located on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.

INTERNATIONAL UPDATE

PACT

PACT Youth Crime Reduction Program endorsed by the United Nations, released the Seven Facts for Restorative Justice Week, November 13 – 20, 2005, in relation to youth crime:

1. Restorative Justice concentrates on getting to youth early and eroding the foundation for criminal and violent behaviour;
2. It frees up the courts and the police to deal more effectively with the most serious cases;
3. It ensures accountability for all offenders;
4. It focuses on healing and empowering victims;
5. It saves taxpayer money;
6. It isn’t just about victim-offender mediation.

http://www.pactprogram.ca/Frameset/Content.taf?item_uid=232

Prison Fellowship (PF): Centre For Justice And Reconciliation

PF reports in its Justice Network Newsletter, January 2006, a substantial growth in National ministries responding to a need for change and government calls for input on justice issues. This has resulted in the start or expansion of programs such as Communities of Restoration (APAC) or Sycamore Tree Project®. For others, this has meant developing programs to meet the needs of offenders and victims.

The number of countries learning about and implementing restorative justice processes to respond to their social and justice challenges has increased beyond the 18 countries recognized in 2004. Approximately 47 countries have involved themselves throughout 2005, in seeking information and/or to apply restorative justice processes to address challenges in their justice system and to respond to social conflict. These countries include:

 

Fiji Parliament, June 2, 2005 - 2^nd reading of the Reconciliation, Tolerance and Unity Bill

A PLEA FOR RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

Speech delivered by Prime Minister Laisenia Qarase.

Restorative justice seeks to reconcile the victims and the offenders, and their families. It aims to restore human dignity within the community through understanding, and not vengeance, reparation and not retaliation, forgiveness and not victimisation. It is concerned with repairing broken relationships and establishing lasting peace, instead of lasting hurt or conflict. It involves the victim, the offender, and the community. Healing is regarded as crucial, not just for victims, but also for offenders who must be rehabilitated and integrated into society. An underlying theme is that crimes or wrongdoings are violations of people and relationships, rather than offences against the state. Acceptance of responsibility is required before the process of restoration can begin. Victims may use the process to obtain answers, or to express their anger and seek compensation.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who was chairperson of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, is a great proponent of restorative justice. It was this principle which guided the historic work of the Commission as it helped South Africa come to terms with its past. Some people at the time were critical of what was proposed and, in particular, argued that the amnesty provisions would encourage crime. But it was pointed out that this showed limited appreciation of the procedure. There were restrictions on what cases qualified for consideration of amnesty. Furthermore, it was a temporary aid applied to a difficult situation.

We identify very much with these comments, and also with Archbishop Tutu’s statement that his country had to balance the requirements of justice, stability, peace and reconciliation. The same can be said of Fiji. It is time for us now to bring a greater degree of closure to a tragic period of our history. We must not forget what happened in 2000, but we must turn our eyes more to the future. We must spur efforts for accomplishing justice and reconciliation, as other countries have done, by taking special measures appropriate to our situation.

To view the full speech: http://archives.pireport.org/archive/2005/June/06-17-com.htm

 

NATIONAL RESTORATIVE JUSTICE WEEK EVENTS

The Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division of the Correctional Service of Canada gathered information about Restorative Justice Week 2005 events within Canada and abroad. As Restorative Justice Week is celebrated by more communities throughout Canada it is becoming increasingly challenging to collect information about all the events occurring in the name of Restorative Justice Week 2005. Some Restorative Justice Week events may not have come to our attention through and may not be represented in the following sections.

 

ATLANTIC

DORCHESTER, NEW BRUNSWICK

Tuesday Evening
Christian Fellowship and
RJ Week Discussion

Dorchester Penitentiary Chapel
November 15, 2005

Event Description	An opportunity to move through parts of the liturgy given on the resource website, and then a breaking into smaller groups with a sheet from the kit to read/discuss, and then bring back to the larger circle.
Participants	Chaplains initiated and co-ordinate the event.
Attendance	20 people
CSC Participation	There were volunteers, offenders, and chaplains.
Feedback	Meaningful, deep level of sharing, desire to connect again in the future.

 

Worship Service

Westmorland Institution
November 19, 2005

Event Description	The inmates celebrated Restorative Justice Week through song, shared testimonials, and discussed the theme of reconciliation.
Participants	Chaplains initiated and co-ordinate the event.
Attendance	40 people
Feedback	The inmates and volunteers enjoyed themselves immensely.

 

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA

Preaching on Restorative Justice

St. Thomas Church
November 6, 2005

Event Description	A spiritual celebration preaching on restorative justice.
Attendance	Approximately 200 people.
CSC Participation	David Olding, Community Chaplain
Feedback	Excellent event.

 

Preaching on Restorative Justice

Location: St. Georges Church
November 20, 2005

Event Description	Congregation
Attendance	Approximately 175 people.
CSC Participation	Sister Agnes Leger
Feedback	Excellent

 

Community Forum on Restorative Justice and Circles of Support and Accountability

Nova Scotia Community College
November 15, 2005

Event Description	An evening event exploring restorative justice principles and ‘Circles Of Support And Accountability’.
Participants	Ron Joiner, Chair, Citizen`s Advisory Committee of the Truro Parole Office; Anne Malick, Chair, Citizen`s Advisory Committee of Nova Institution; Susan Henderson, John Howard Restorative Justice, Truro; Paul Prosper, Mi’Kmaw Legal Support Network; and Citizen`s Advisory Committee Dismas Society.
CSC Participation	John Tonks, Regional Chaplain, Chaplaincy division of CSC

 

HAPPY VALLEY-GOOSE BAY, NEWFOUNDLAND

Restorative Justice Week Proclamation Signing

Town Council Chamber – Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
November 08, 2005

Event Description	The Mayor of the town of Goose Bay declared November 13-20, Restorative Justice Week. The members that attended represented various Restorative Justice groups from the area.
Participants	Organized by: Crystal Sheppard Community Justice Forum Coordinator Phone: (709) 896-1234 Email: crystal.sheppard@rcmp-grc.gc.ca In partnership with Community Justice Forum Committee
Attendance	Approximately 7 people
Media Coverage	Photo with write up in the local Newspaper for Restorative Justice Week (November 13-20, 2005)
Feedback	Provided an opportunity to inform the local public about RJ and to show them some of the people in the area, who practice and believe in Restorative Justice.

 

PUGWASH, NOVA SCOTIA

A Justice That Heals

Pugwash Pastoral Charge (3 points)
November 13, 2005

Event Description	3 worship services on a rural NS pastoral charge.
Participants	Minister Maureen Ellison organized the event.
Attendance	1st worship: 25 people, 2nd worship: 110 people, 3rd worship: 6 people.
Feedback	Very open and receptive. 2 people spoke of family members who benefited from restorative justice process.

 

RENOUS, NEW BRUNSWICK

Roman Catholic Confirmation Celebration

Atlantic Institution Chapel
November 18, 2005

Event Description	A morning event where an inmate got to some of the core principles of Restorative Justice. A deeply spiritual event.
Participants	Community Chaplain, Volunteers, Community Nuns, Diocese of Saint John, Local Priests, Case Management, AWCP, and Aggregate Post Correctional Officers.
Attendance	20 people.
CSC Participation	5 CSC Staff attended
Media Coverage	New Freeman News Paper, Miramichi Leader
Feedback	Very encouraging event.

 

MONCTON, NEW BRUNSWICK

Restorative Justice Weekend

Salvation Army Citadel
November 19-20, 2005

Event Description	Worship and sharing. Presentation on victim-offender mediations
Participants	It was initiated by the Salvation Army. Also in attendance a local policeman speaker and the director and some staff of a local ½ way house.
Attendance	60 people on each day.
Feedback	All the inmates enjoyed the event.

 

ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND

Wisdom Gained Through Experience: Lessons Learned in Restorative Justice

The Lantern – St. John’s, NL
November 18, 2005

Event Description	This event brought together people from across the province to celebrate, share ideas, and plan for action. Featured keynote speaker: Kelly Drew, Founding Member of Miawpukek First Nations’ Justice Committee in Conne River. Workshops presented by Restorative Justice practitioners from across the province, as well as displays by local community groups.
Participants	Organized by: Wendolyn Schlamp Public Education Coordinator Restorative Justice Coalition of NL (RJCNL) schlampwa@csc-scc.gc.ca In partnership with Coalition Partners (RJCNL)
Attendance	Approximately 70 people
CSC Participants	Several members of CSC staff attended the event. CSC is represented on the RJCNL by Dan McGettigan and Clara Rendell.
Media Coverage	Local TV show ‘Out of the Fog’ did a program on Restorative Justice as a follow-up to this event on Nov 21st, hosted by Krysta Rudofsky.

 

Youth, Crime, and Restorative Justice:
A Panel Presentation

The Lantern
November 17, 2005

Event Description	A panel presentation highlighting issues relevant to youth crime and restorative justice practices, included professionals from St. John’s Youth Diversion Program, Avalon East School Board, Miauwpukek First Nations Justice Committee, Community Youth Network, and Extrajudicial Sanctions Program. Featured: Youth Crime & Restorative Justice: a Panel Presentation hosted by CBC’s Jonathan Crowe, entertainment by local artists including Katie Fitzpatrick, displays by local community groups.
Participants	Organized by: Wendolyn Schlamp Public Education Coordinator Restorative Justice Coalition of NL (RJCNL) schlampwa@csc-scc.gc.ca In partnership with Coalition Partners (RJCNL)
Attendance	Approximately 70 people
CSC Participants	One member of CSC staff Dan McGettigan, Parole Officer attended the event. CSC is represented on the RJCNL by Dan McGettigan and Clara Rendell.
Media Coverage	Local CBC-TV personality Jonathan Crowe hosted the panel discussion. Local television station (Roger’s TV) recorded the event and showed highlights on ‘Out of the Fog’ show on Nov 21st, hosted by Krysta Rudofsky.

 

Restorative Justice Week Proclamation

City Hall – St. John’s, NL
November 14, 2005

Event Description	Mayor Andy Wells proclaimed Nov 13 – 20 to be Restorative Justice Week in St. John’s during the city council meeting.
Participants	Organized by: Wendolyn Schlamp Public Education Coordinator Restorative Justice Coalition of NL (RJCNL) schlampwa@csc-scc.gc.ca In partnership with Coalition Partners (RJCNL)
Attendance	Approximately 50 people
CSC Participants	One member of CSC staff Dan McGettigan, Parole Officer attended the event. CSC is represented on the RJCNL by Dan McGettigan and Clara Rendell.
Media Coverage	Local television broadcasting.

 

TRURO, NOVA SCOTIA

25^th Anniversary Banquet

East Preston Recreation Center
November 19, 2005

Event Description	Banquet and Speakers celebrating 25 years of volunteer Prison Ministry by the East Preston Team. They have been volunteers at Nova since the opening.
Participants	East Preston United Baptist Church Prison Ministry Team. Planning Partners: East Preston Volunteer Prison Ministry - CSC
Attendance	150+ people
CSC Participation	Sponsored by CSC. Number of staff 1.
Feedback	Positive celebration, encouragement to keep on with the Ministry.

 

Restorative Justice Week - Worship Service

Nova Institution- Spirituality Room
November 13, 2005

Event Description	Theme of Restorative Justice through songs, prayers and scripture.
Participants	Organizer: Rev. Joan Nickerson 180 James Street, Truro
Attendance	13 people
Feedback	Positive experience for those attending.

 

Community Forum – Restorative Justice Week 2005

Community College
November 15, 2005

Event Description	Discussion on the subject of Chaplaincy at Nova Institution, Volunteers & Circles for Women.
Participants	Speakers from John Howard, CSC, and Mikmaw Legal Support
Attendance	20-25 people.
CSC Participation	Planning partners: CAC at Nova & Truro parole. Contact info of the organizers: Nova CAC, CAC Parole Office Truro, Regional Chaplain

 

QUEBEC

ARCHAMBAULT, QUEBEC

Staff Conference on Resilience

Archambault Institution - Chapel
November 16, 2005

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Event Description	A one hour conference on the topic of resilience as a tool to resolve conflict individually and collectively, presented by Gary Caldwell, Sociologist.
Participants	Chaplain planned and prepared the conference for members of the personnel of the institution and for volunteers of the institutions catholic chapel. In planning partnership with Ninon Paquette, A/Deputy Warden.
Attendance	Approximately 35 people
CSC Participants	15 CSC employees
Feedback	Participants appreciated the content of the conference and the dynamic nature of the speakers.

 

Offender Conference on Resilience

Archambault Institution - Chapel
November16, 2005

Event Description	A one hour conference on the topic of resilience as a tool to resolve conflict individually and collectively, presented by Gary Caldwell, Sociologist.
Participants	Chaplain planned and prepared the conference for offenders of the institution and for volunteers of the institutions catholic chapel. In planning partnership with Ninon Paquette, A/Deputy Warden.
Attendance	Approximately 15 people
CSC Participants	1 CSC employees
Feedback	Participants appreciated the content of the conference and the dynamic nature of the speakers.

 

TERREBONNE, QUEBEC

Celebration of
Restorative Justice Week 2005 –Sensitisation Project of the Terrebonne Area (Francophone Churches and Communities)

Various churches and communities
November 12-20, 2005

Event Description	Presentation of testimonials by volunteers and Chaplains engaged in raising awareness and discussing restorative justice.
Participants	Organized by : -Ninon Paquette, A/Deputy Warden, Archambault Institution -Marielle Bujold, facilitator of Terrebonne area -Priests, coordinators, moderators, and facilitator ‘des paroisses sensibilisées de la zone de Terrebonne’ - Volunteers of the Archambault Institution Chapel who presented testimonials. Participating areas: Ste-Françoise-Cabrini, Très-St-Sacrement, St-Maurice, St-Jean-Baptiste, St-Louis-de-France, Esther-Blondin, St-Charles-Borromée, Ste-Anne-des-Plaines, Ste-Françoise-Cabrini, St-Eustache, St-Charles-Borromée, St-Louis-de-France, and Charles-de-Foucauld.
Attendance	Approximately a total of 2665 people in attendance at the 14 various locations.
Feedback	Many community participants expressed that they were touched and awakened to the realities of incarceration presented.

 

LA MACAZA, QUEBEC

Solidarity towards Victims

La Macaza Institution
November 12-19, 2005

Event Description	An initiative involving inmates and Chaplains raising funds for an organization helping women who are victims of violence.
Participants	Offenders and Chaplains in partnership with L’Ombre-elle.

 

MONTREAL, QUEBEC

Victim Offender Encounters

University of Montreal
November 17, 2005

Event Description

Viewing of the Victim Encounters Video followed by a panel discussion.

 

ONTARIO

BATH, ONTARIO

Victim/Offender Mediation; Community Restorative Justice Initiatives; Developing Reintegration Support Networks

Bath Spirituality Centre Boardroom
November 18, 2005

Event Description	Open discussion dealing with the subject of Restorative Justice after a short introduction. M. Yantzi answered multiple questions from the men. Time was really too short to address all concerns.
Participants	Speakers: M. Mark Yantzi Planning Partners: The Restorative Justice Committee comprised of Executive Secretary to the Warden, one inmate, and the two Chaplains, Regina Lannon and Bob Landry and the Mennonite Central Committee.
Attendance	Approximately 20 people attended the session.
CSC Involvement	The Executive Secretary to the Warden was involved in the committee in the planning. The intention for this event was twofold, the session on November 18 with the inmates and a second in the Spring, for the Staff at the Institution.
Media Coverage	The event was advertised on the Institutional Teledon. Each day of the Restorative Justice Week a quote featuring the theme "Wisdom Gained Through Experience" was posted on the Teledon.
Feedback	It was a much appreciated time and the men asked to hold a future session. The speaker, M. Mark Yantzi was excellent. He knew how to share from his professional experience the subject matter and was able to answer the men’s questions with "wisdom gained through his experience" in working in the field of criminal justice. Everybody in attendance shared how they appreciated this time.

 

CAMBELLFORD, ONTARIO

Restorative Justice… Where are we?

Warkworth Institution Sportsplex
November 17, 2005

Event Description	A.M. – Rev. Rod Carter keynote speaker to staff assembly followed by delivering keynote speech to inmates and guests. Ed Call, Salvation Army – Fundamentals of Restorative Justice, Stephanie Coward Yaskiw – Drama and Song. P.M. – 3 workshops on: Native Healing Circles-Bryan Bowers, Conflict Mediation-Michelle Sauve from Downsview Mediation Services, Victim-Offender Mediation- Mark Yanzi.
Participants	Planning Partners: Chaplains initiated and co-ordinate all activities relating to Symposium/ Workshops. The organizing committee consisted of Chaplains, 3 inmates and 15 more inmate workers for set-up and clean-up. Regional Chaplain and Management Staff of Warkworth Institution responsible for approval and financial support.
Attendance	200 people in attendance.
CSC Involvement	Approx. 40 staff attended 8:30 A.M. assembly, Approx. 25 staff attended 9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Symposium/Workshops
Media Coverage	Media in attendance - CBC Radio Background sent to local newspapers
Feedback	Numerous e-mails from staff – very positive Phone calls and verbal expressions from Volunteers-positive-interest in having more events. Numerous positive expressions from inmates.

 

GRAVENHURST, ONTARIO

Peter’s Story

Fenbrooke Institution Chapel
April 24, 2005

Event Description	In 1969, when Peter (victim of homicide) was a child, his father was brutally murdered in Montreal. Peter took participants through his journey from rage to healing: his quest for RJ, those who helped, and those who hindered.
Participants	Chaplain initiated and co-ordinate the event.
Attendance	30 people in attendance.
Feedback	Peter was well received, listened to and thank for being vulnerable in telling his story.

 

KINGSTON, ONTARIO

Restorative Justice Sunday Worship Service

First Baptist Church
November 13, 2005

Event Description	Greg Rodgers (Community Chaplain) led the worship and a dialogue session following the service
Participants	Project Reconciliation and Community Chaplain, Greg Rodgers were invited to plan and lead the weekly worship service in recognition of RJ Week Jeff McGregor (Pittsburgh Inst. Chaplain) was guest speaker. Inmate Andy Reid (Frontenac Inst.) was guest musician.
Attendance	80 people in attendance.
CSC Involvement	Other attendees were Bob Landry, Bath Institution and several CSC volunteers from this the Kingston Area
Feedback	Many positive comments (especially from the participation of the inmate). Very healthy dialogue with participants followed in the discussion time after service.

 

Memorial Service for Deceased Staff

Kingston Penitentiary – North Gate
November 24, 2005

Event Description	Presided over the service, chose readings and composed appropriate prayers. A talk was delivered with an emphasis on restorative justice. A highlight of the event was the presence of the family of Officer Wentworth who was killed at Kingston Penitentiary by inmates in 1961. His widow from England attended. Good representation of officers, some in their formal attire, others in less formal attire, the presence of the warden and other members of the administration.
Participants	Planning partners: CX Matt Smith, representative from other institutions like Fenbrook, etc.
Attendance	80 people in attendance.
CSC Involvement	Other attendees were Bob Landry, Bath Institution and several CSC volunteers from this the Kingston Area
Media Coverage	Article in the Whig Standard about the service and advocating for a national monument for correctional staff on the museum grounds in front of Kingston Penitentiary. A lengthy letter to the editor of Whig Standard by Daphne, a daughter of the fallen officer Wentworth.
Feedback	All feedback was positive. Words of appreciation and gratitude

 

KITCHENER-WATERLOO, ONTARIO

Strengthening Community Capacity in Relation to Public Safety

Provincial Court, Kitchener
Conrad Grebel College, Waterloo
November 16, 2005

Event Description	To strengthening community capacity in relation to public safety by establishing justice services that offer options to deal with human needs after crime.
Participants	Guest speakers included: Lorraine Berzins, Church Council on Justice and Corrections (CCJC) Andrejs Berzins, retired Chief Crown Attorney, Ottawa-Carleton Organized by: Restorative Justice Task Force of Community Safety and the Crime Prevention Council of Waterloo Region
Attendance	Approximately 45 people attended the afternoon session (Kitchener) and 175 people attended the evening event (Waterloo)
Media Coverage	Television –CTV news at 6:00 reported on the afternoon meeting and advertised the evening event at Conrad Grebel College.

 

OTTAWA, ONTARIO

Restorative Justice Week Launch

Ottawa Courthouse Atrium
November 14, 2005

Event Description	An event to celebrate the beginning of Restorative Justice Week 2005. Guest speakers include: Regional Senior Justice Peter Griffith, Katie Hutchison and the introduction of the Justice Storytelling Quilt.
Attendance	Approximately 85 people in attendance.

 

Interfaith Restorative Justice Presentation

St. Paul University
November 15, 2005

Event Description	Discussion to hear from various faiths on "Healing and how your faith community responds when one has been wronged".
Participants	Organized by the Ottawa Restorative Justice Interfaith Committee.
Attendance	71 people in attendance.

 

Restorative Justice Youth Event

St. Paul University
November 17, 2005

Event Description	Local high school youth were invited to a day of discussion and workshops about Restorative Justice. Plenary session speaker was Katy Hutchison, wife of murder victim and Restorative Justice advocate.
Participants	Organized by YOUCAN
Attendance	Approximately 85 people.

 

Crime on Broadway Review

RA Centre
November 12, 2005

Event Description	An evening of entertaining, dinner, song and dance. This was followed by a discussion on crime and restorative justice.
Attendance	Approximately 140 people.

 

Presentation to Jamaican Delegation – Circles of Support and Accountability

St. John’s Church
November 16, 2005

Event Description	Presentation on community engagement and work with high risk sex offenders involving CoSA personnel as well as volunteers, core member and victims.
Participants	Planning Partners included: Ian MacDonald, (Ian MacDonald - iMacDonald@isisdigital.com) International Centre for Law Reform and Corrections Policy, St. Johns Church, Ottawa CoSA – Susan Love, and Canadian International Development Agency
Attendance	25 people.
CSC Participation	CSC staff attending (Pierre Allard).
Feedback	Very positive.

 

National Restorative Justice Symposium

Parliament Hill, West Block
November 19, 2005

Event Description	A Symposium targeted at the interests of a wide range of national partners to stimulate discussion about the potential role for a National Restorative Justice Association in Canada. By focussing on several key areas of interest, the primary purpose of the event was to provide participants the opportunity to exchange ideas and to participate in stimulating dialogue in a number of areas through a variety of workshops (listed below).
Participants	Lorraine Berzins, Ottawa Restorative Justice Week Planning Committee - Welcoming Remarks Yves Le Bouthillier, President of the Law Commission of Canada – Plenary Introductory Remarks Irwin Cotler, Former Minister of Justice - Speech Katy Hutchison and her daughter – The Story of Bob Workshops: Media Relations and Restorative Justice Don Butler, Senior Writer, Ottawa Citizen Andrej Berzins, Former Chief Crown Attourney, Ottawa Provincial Court Danny Graham, Public Policy Lawyer & Former MLA (Nova Scotia) Balancing the Interests of Stakeholders Steve Sullivan, Director, Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime Wendy Eberwein, Ottawa Planning Committee Member & RJ Advocate Gilles Rainville and Martine Chartrand, Author & Survivor of Violent Crime Meeting the Needs of Practitioners Jean-Jacques Goulet, Directeur, Centre de service de justice réparatrice Brian Strom, Resolve Wilma Derksen, Director, Victim’s Voice Emerging Research Priorities Dr. Robert Cormier, Senior Director, Corrections Research and Development Division, Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Dr. Jo-Anne Wemmers, Professeur, Université de Montréal Barb Tomporowski, Senior Policy Analyst, Department of Justice, SK Artistic Presentation Meagan O'Shea – The Justice Stroytelling Quilt and performed "As I unravel small maps of my spirit".
Attendance	Approximately 150 people attended the symposium.
CSC Participation	The Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Unit assisted in the planning of this community event.
Feedback	A day described as one filled with informative sessions on issues relating to restorative justice. Brought together restorative practitioners from across Canada and from the International community. An evening filled with energy following a very positive/action oriented speech from Former Justice Minister Irwin Cotler. Parliament Hill was an excellent location and a topic of discussion among national and international guests. Very well organized and creative event.

Scott Harris, Director Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division, CSC and Terry Richardson, Director General, Chaplaincy / Restorative Justice Branch, CSC addressed the Symposium audience throughout the day.

Scott Harris, Director; Tania Petrellis, Project Officer; Ginette Lortie, Administrative Officer; and John Green, Project Officer of the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division, participated in the organization of the Symposium along with other community planning partners.

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National Restorative Justice Symposium Photo Gallery

"Personally, I believe that restorative justice works. That is, I believe that restorative justice—when done properly—promotes justice. I believe that restorative justice must be seen as one important measure, in a list of measures, that is available in our justice system."

Irwin Cotler, Former Minister of Justice spoke in favour of a National Restorative Justice Association to establish best practices and unite practitioners under the same umbrella. An Association would present Canadians with a unique opportunity to access programs and services relating to restorative justice and dispute resolution to meet people’s needs.

He stated his objective as stimulating the debate regarding a National Association as he feels that it will greatly favour the restorative justice movement in our country.

Therefore, in response to the question posed to the Symposium participants, Irwin Cotler, Former Minister of Justice expressed that he is entirely in agreement and thinks that a National Restorative Justice Association is an excellent idea.

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	Cheryl Fraser, Assistant Commissioner, Performance Assurance delivers speech prior to presenting Mr. Farthing with the Ron Wiebe Award 2005.
Award Recipient, Dave Farthing, holding the Ron Wiebe Award 2005. He was recognized for his achievements in restorative justice and his work with youth through YOUCAN.
	Mr. Dave Farthing addresses the Symposium participants after receiving the Ron Wiebe Award 2005.

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Seventh Annual Ron Wiebe Award Ceremony

Parliament Hill, West Block
November 19, 2005

Event Description	An award presentation recognizing Canadians demonstrating, through life and work, ways of transforming human relationships, enabling and promoting communication and healing between people in conflict. The Ron Wiebe Award was created in 1999 and is awarded annually during Restorative Justice Week.
Participants	The 2005 Award Recipient: Mr. Dave Farthing, Executive Director of Youth Organizing to Understand Conflict and Advocate Non-Violence (YOUCAN) Distinguished 2005 Award Nominees: Louisa Beaverho, Community Justice Coordinator, Community Justice Division, Wha Ti, North West Territories David Farrell ~ posthumous, Lawyer and Community Activist Kanata, Ontario Dave Farthing, YOUCAN, Ottawa, Ontario Danny Graham, Department of Justice, Halifax, Nova Scotia Inspector Gary Nelson, Ottawa Police Service Marie Claire Racine, Donnacona Institution, Donnacona, Quebec Region Dale Schiele, Riverbend Institution, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan John Scott, Correctional Service Canada, Atlantic Region Myronia Smith, Fraser Region Community Justice Initiatives Association Mountain Institution, Pacific Region Roy Franklin Trace, In-Reach Worker, Tomahawk, Alberta
Attendance	Approximately 150 people attended the ceremony.
CSC Participation	Cheryl Fraser, Assistant Commissioner, Performance Assurance, CSC presented the Ron Wiebe Restorative Justice Award to the 2005 recipient. There were many CSC staff members in attendance from a number of CSC departments including the Restorative Justice and Dispute Resolution Division and Chaplaincy.
Feedback	Very positive feedback from local, Regional, National, and International partners.

 

SMITH FALLS, ONTARIO

Restorative Justice Conference

Smith Falls Collegiate
November 17, 2005

Event Description

Chief Vern White of the Durham Region speaks on restorative justice.

 

TORONTO, ONTARIO

Wisdom Gained Through Experience in Restorative Justice: Presentation and Panel Discussion

Ryerson University
November 23, 2005

Event Description	Panel Discussion on the topic of restorative justice
Participants	Guest speakers: Member of Ontario Supreme Court of Justice; Kim Pate, Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies; Shadell Permanand, Jane/Finch Community and Family Centre; and Eva Marszewski, Peacebuilders International.

 

WINDSOR, ONTARIO

Restorative Justice Service

All Saints Anglican Church
November 13, 2005

Event Description	Two services involved readings, prayers, preaching, and panel discussion. Chaplain delivered sermon.
Participants	Planning partners: SLH Director – Skip Graham SLH Staff – Michelle Graham Chaplaincy Committee Members – Lou Drouillard, Arnetta Glen
Attendance	Approximately 175 people attended both services.
Feedback	Very positive responses.

 

PRAIRIES

CALGARY, ALBERTA

Caring For Ex-Prisoners – Healing and Reintegration

Foothills Alliance Church
November 19, 2005

Event Description	The event was a training day for churches to help them with their involvement with prisoners and ex-prisoners. There were two keynote speakers, Rev. Dr. Pierre Allard and David Milgaard. There were six workshops: Reintegration into Church and Community, Working with the Parole System, Circles of Support and Accountability, Community Supports, Volunteering Inside Prison, A Victim’s Journey Towards Healing.
Participants	Planning Partners: Community Chaplain - Chair of Organizing Committee and M.C. Carol Sheehan – Alpha Canada Don and Hope Fleming – Prison Fellowship Canada Jim Hayman – CSC Calgary Parole Office Ken Cromer – After Care Ministries Hardy Engler – CSC Bowden Institution Chaplain Leo Dimnik – Foothills Alliance Church, Alpha Canada Anne Boehlig – Mennonite Central Committee Alberta Antal Prokecz – Social Justice Office of the Calgary Roman Catholic Diocese Ray Scanlan – Alpha Prison Ministries Many other organizations were also involved, but not as members of the organizing committee. Keynote Speaker Rev. Pierre Allard; Workshop Presenter Rick Kelly; Member of Organizing Committee and Workshop Presenter Jim Hayman; Bringing greetings from CSC Tim Fullerton; Closing prayer Rev Ted Hughes. In total, 7 CSC staff attended the event.
Attendance	111 people
Media Coverage	CBC radio Articles were written in City Light News, the Carillon, and Alpha News
Feedback	The event was very well received & "inspiring." There was lots of positive feedback. People requested that similar events be run yearly. A desire for additional training in a variety of areas was indicated.

 

DIDSBURY, ALBERTA

Worship Service

Berthal Mennonite Church
November 20, 2005

Event Description	Worship service offering some understanding of the challenges of prison ministry., much better understanding of the challenges of prison ministry as well as the call to visit offenders
Participants	Rev. Pierre Allard, Assistant Commissioner, Peter Worsley, Community Chaplain, Pastor Elwin Garland, and music team.
Attendance	200 people.
Feedback	Good speaker and great feedback.

 

EDMONTON, ALBERTA

Restorative Justice Day – Wisdom Gained Through Experience

Edmonton Institution for Women
November 16, 2005

Event Description	A full day event with panel presentation in the morning and workshops in the afternoon. The panel consisted of 2 ex-residents and 2 persons from the Victims of Homicide Society support group. This event represented RJ as a reflection of community as the audience was made up of staff, community partners and residents.
Participants	The event was organized by: Restorative Justice Committee at EIFW - Warden Hamilton, Chaplain Guimond, Charolette Nice, Margie Brown, Gary Sears, Audrey Hatto, Kerry Journault, Graham Ross, Terry Beesley, Elder Whalen, Wayne Mabbott and Belinda Cameron. Welcoming Remarks Janet-Sue Hamilton, Warden EIFW Opening Prayer – Elder Vicki Whalen and Chaplain Reno Guimond Opening Comments – Deputy Commissioner for Women Anne Kelly Panel Discussion - Denise McLaren (Community Parolee), Adele Breese (Community Parolee), Jane Orydzuk and Becky Ziprick (Victims of Homicide).
Attendance	23 staff members of EIFW, 46 inmates of EIFW and 96 community members.
CSC Participation	Anne Kelly, Deputy Commissioner for Women Offenders; Warden Hamilton; and Chaplain Reno Guimond.
Feedback	Excellent feedback from the individuals who were panel members, participants and inmates. Comments included: "Very powerful speaker" and "The workshops really helped me understand what Restorative Justice is".

 

Restorative Justice Day – Wisdom Gained Through Experience Panel: Warden Janet-Sue Hamilton; Adele Breese, Community Parolee; Jane Orydzuk and Becky Ziprick, Victims of Homicide Support Group; and Denise McLaren, Community Parolee.

Opening remarks by Anne Kelly, Assistant Commissioner Women Offenders.

 

Annual Solicitor General and Public Security Restorative Justice Forum

Edmonton, Alberta
November 18, 2005

Event Description	A look at Restorative Justice in the community. Morning presentation by a panel of eight. Chaplain shared his involvement in restorative practices in the correctional environment.
Participants	Chaplain participated on panel. Event organized by the Government of Alberta.
Attendance	40 people.
Feedback	It was good to hear the other committed members in this work of Healing.

 

Benefit for Women’s Reintegration

Edmonton Institution for Women
November 18, 2005

Event Description	Benefit concert headlined by Guest artist and activist for women - Faith Nolan. Denise shared song and inspired participants with some of her story Chaplain participated by accompanying 2 women he had worked with in the context of music. He also invited 2 women to share their poetry. He sang a song with a female student who is a gifted singer and involved in the Aboriginal Mental Health Program.
Participants	Denise McLaren organized the event and assisted Rev. Coleen Lynch, Women’s Reintegration Chaplain. Other planning partners: Women’s Reintegration Chaplaincy, EIFW Warden and Security.
Attendance	200 people
CSC Participation	Warden, Chaplain and a few staff.

 

Restorative Justice Skit and Follow-up Fireside Presentation

Holy Names House of Peace
December 2, 2005

Event Description	Skit presenting a punitive model of justice from the time of an offender’s crime and arrest through sentencing, followed by restorative model re-enacting the same crime, but following through with arbitration and restitution. Skit in form of pantomime, with the Volunteer from Mediation Services summing up differences with assistance from audience. Event concluded with a question period that stimulated much discussion.
Participants	Planning Partners: Chaplain Ceas Chmiel at Rockwood Institution; 3 inmates from Rockwood; Kathleen Mico, Volunteer from Mediation Services; 3 Next Step Peer Support program members on parole; Sr. Lesley Sacouman, Director at House of Peace (lsacouman@rossbrookhouse.ca)
Attendance	42 people.
CSC Involvement	Chaplain at Rockwood, Sr. Carol Peloquin, director of Next Step Program for parolees.
Feedback	Many excellent questions from audience, thoughtful responses from parolees.

 

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA

Restorative Justice Theatre Production of Disconnections

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Various Venues
November 7-19, 2005

Event Description	Disconnections is a theatre production that presents the impact of the murder of a man on his wife, son and parents. The impact on those that try to help them, those who thoughtlessly hurt them, and about the impact of the justice system. There is a sympathetic recognition that the family of the offender are also crime victims through the same crime. The play concludes with the wife considering an encounter with the offender to find relief from her pain and to move her to healing. Each presentation of the play was followed by a panel where participants described the crime, the impacts on their life, and their experience with Safe Justice Encounters. In the case of Wilma Derkson, she described her encounter with 10 surrogate offenders, Lifers at Stony Mountain, ten years after her daughter’s death.
Participants	Panelists included: Wilma Derkson, whose daughter’s murderer has not yet been found; Carole Pearce, who initiated her own encounter with her husband’s murderer seven years after the crime;Daniel Bedard, incest survivor; and Ashley Glesby, rape survivor. Wilma Derkson also participated as the moderator for the panel.
Attendance	The venue included 18 locations and experienced 3 cancellations due to a snow storm. The play was presented to an approximate total of 1252 people including community members, students, and offenders at the 15 venues.
CSC	Staff from Stony Mountain Institution were in attendance.
Media Coverage	Substantial media attention including print, radio, and television. Wilma Derkson interviewed live on November 2, 2005 on local City TV – morning breakfast show. Wilma Derkson, Daniel Bernard, and Angela Funk interviewed by Brenda Fehr of the Herald/Lance Community Newspapers for an article. CBC Radio ran a list of play dates on their website. CJOB radio’s Richard Cloutier produced a thirty minute interview with Wilma Derkson, Daniel Bernard, and the play’s director Ellen Peterson. CKY-TV filmed one of the presentations made to inmates at Stony Mountain and interviewed two inmates for the 6pm news broadcast.
Feedback	The theatre production touched a variety of community members, victims, offenders, and students. Due to presentation of this play and the follow-up panels, four new cases were referred to Safe Justice Encounters.

 

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN

Restorative Justice Informational/Educational Campaign

Regional Treatment Centre
November 13-20, 2005

Event Description	Mass featuring Restorative Justice themes, litany, and music. Instead of a homily during the Kick-off Sunday Mass of RJ week (Nov. 13th) , the chaplain used the RPC Chaplaincy Newsletter published November 10, 2005 containing informational material on Restorative Justice, as the starting point for sharing of stories, experiences, and insights on Restorative Justice. Published an informational/educational material on the history, meaning, and significance of Restorative Justice.
Participants	Widely circulated to staff and patients of RPC as well as to chaplains and friends around the world. Chapel volunteers and Chapel Host.
Attendance	Around 12 volunteers and 20 inmates.
Feedback	The inmates and volunteers were very appreciative of the information they received and the sharing that took place during the "homily"

 

PACIFIC

ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Restorative Justice Event

Chapel, Pacific Institution/Regional Treatment Centre
November 17, 2005

Event Description	Presentations by numerous individuals discussing various aspects of Restorative Justice. A panel discussion was held including Wayne Northey (M2/W2), the Salvation Army and others.
Participants	Organized by: Helen Tervo, Chaplain Pacific Institution/Regional Treatment Centre (604) 870-7700 In partnership with M2.
Attendance	Approximately 90 people
CSC Participants	Speakers, organizers, 2 staff in attendance
Feedback	Very positive event.

 

Drop-in Video Presentation

Fraser Valley Institution
November 14, 2005

Event Description

The video explained the premise of restorative justice and showed some great examples of how it is working.

 

Video/Pizza Luncheon

Fraser Valley Institution
November 16, 2005

Event Description

Video presentation dealt with victim/offender mediation.  Both the staff and inmates were invited to join us for lunch and there was a discussion time facilitated by one of our RJ committee members.

 

Restorative Justice Panel Discussion

Fraser Valley Institution
November 18, 2005

Event Description

Invited representatives from CSC, faith community, aboriginal community, a victim, as well as one woman presently involved in the RJ process.

 

MISSION, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Annual Restorative Justice Conference

Ferndale Institution
November 24, 2005

Event Description

An all-day event, with community, volunteers, and I/M attendants. Speakers were Jessie Sutherland (peace-making, reconciliation) and Ward Clapham (RCMP detachment head, one of 2 Canadian principals in the Safe Communities Initiative), as well as Terry Richardson, Director General, Chaplaincy / Restorative Justice Sector. Also premiered a video written by youth at the Burnaby Secure Custody Centre and filmed by one of their Catholic volunteers.

Attendance

85 people (due to fire code restrictions).

 

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Sixth Annual Restorative Justice Symposium

William Head Institution
November 26, 2005

Event Description

Symposium event involving restorative justice guest speakers and discussion groups. Open to offenders, staff and public.

 

Making ‘Restorative’ More ‘Justice’: A Paradigm Shift or a Passing Fad?

Bayside Middle School
November 14, 2005

Event Description

This event featured Susan Sharpe, RJ author and practitioner from Seattle: "Making 'Restorative' More 'Justice': A Paradigm Shift or a Passing Fad?".

 

Continuing Challenges and Emerging Trends in Community RJ Work: A Workshop

University of Victoria
November 15, 2005

Event Description

Susan Sharpe presents "Continuing Challenges and Emerging Trends in Community RJ Work: A Workshop" at the School of Social Work, University of Victoria.

 

The Dispute Resolution Centre and Restorative Justice

Victoria Police Station
November 16, 2005

Event Description

An event involving the following guest speakers - Avi Tal, Mediator & Director Dispute Resolution Centre. Mr. Tal will share information about the training offered by the Dispute Resolution Centre and the Centre's interest in becoming involved with the RJ community. He will be joined by Director James Mitchell.

 

Policies and Prospects for Restorative Justice in B.C.

University of Victoria
November 17, 2005

Event Description

This event involved a talk on RJ with the Attorney General of BC and was sponsored by the Greater Victoria Restorative Justice Information Network. - Welcome and review of agenda by Des. Connor, Co-chair of RJ Infonet; - "Transforming Relationships/Transforming Communities" -A new introductory video on Restorative Justice including the views of Canadian judges, RCMP trainers, RJ program coordinators and two First Nations leaders from the Saanich Peninsula. (18 min.) 2004 - Introduction of the Minister made by Dean Andrew Petter, Faculty of Law - Presentation made by Hon. Wally Opall, Minister of Attorney-General - Q&A - Minister and his officials

Additional Restorative Justice Week Materials

This year a number of organizations and community groups created Restorative Justice Week 2005 materials in celebration of the week.

A Justice that Heals and Restores

	A resource booklet about the principles of restorative justice with suggestions for worship, workshops and bible studies that parishes can use during Advent and Lent. The resource is a joint project of the Restorative Justice Working Group of the Diocese of Toronto, the Church Council on Justice and Corrections and the EcoJustice Committee.
http://www.anglican.ca/partnerships/EcoJustice/ajthr.htm

 

Ryerson University – Restorative Justice Week Event Poster

Ryerson University took the original theme of Restorative Justice Week 2005 and created an event poster with an urban feel suited in presenting a venue in the Toronto area.

Other Resources

• Acorn, Annalise. Compulsory Compassion:
  A Critique of Restorative Justice. UBC Press, 2004.
• Baril, Micheline. L’aide aux victims: 20 ans après. L’Harmattan, 2003.
• Bazemore, S. Gordon and Mara Schiff. Juvenile Justice Reform and Restorative Justice:
  Building Theory and Policy From Practice. Cullompton: Willan Publishing. 2005.
• Bazemore, S. Gordon and Mara Schiff. Restorative Justice Conferencing, 2004.
• Bottoms, Andrew E. Restorative Justice
  and Criminal Justice –
  Competing or Reconcilable Programs. Hart Publishing, 2003.
• Cario, Robert (sous la direction de), Victimes :
  Du traumatisme à la restauration, vol. 2. L’Harmattan, 2003.
• Cario, Robert. L’aîné(e) victime :
  la fin d’un tabou ?. L’Harmattan, 2004.
• Commision du droit du Canada. La transformation
  des rapports humains par la justice participative, 2003.
• Community Justice Initiatives and the Langley School District #35. Conversation Peace:
  Creating a Culture of Peace in Schools. Trainer Kit (including two videos) plus Workbook. Langley, BC: Community Justice Initiatives and the Langley School District #35, 2005.
• Community Justice Initiatives. Sexual Offending:
  Three Paths to Healing. Kitchener, ON: Community Justice Initiatives, 2002.
• Daye, Russell. Political Forgiveness: Lessons
  from South Africa. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books. 2004.
• De Gruchy, John W. Reconciliation:
  Restoring Justice. Fortress Press, 2003.
• Derksen, Wilma L. Confronting the Horror:
  The Aftermath of Violence. Winnipeg: Amity, 2002.
• Fattah, Ezzat Abdel. La victime
  est-elle coupable. L’Harmattan, 2004.
• Government of Canada. Victims of Crime:
  Staying Informed. January 2004
• Gouvernement du Canada. Les Victimes d’actes criminels se tiennent au courant. Janvier 2004.
• Groh, Arlene. A Healing Approach to Elder Abuse
  and Mistreatment: The Restorative
  Justice Approaches to Elder Abuse Project, Community Care Access Centre of Waterloo Region, 2003.
• Hendrik Kaptein and Majike Malsch. Crime, Victims, and Justice:
  Essays on Principles and Practice Hampshire, England: Ashgate Publishing Limited. eds. 2004
• Hillian, Doug, Marge Reitsma-Street, Jim Hackler. "Conferencing in the Youth Criminal Justice Act of Canada:
  Policy Developments in British Columbia." Canadian Journal of
  Criminology and Criminal Justice 46 (3) (April 2004): 343 - 366.
• International Institute for Restorative Justice Practices. "Restorative Justice Practices of Native American, First Nation and other Indigenous People of North America", Part Two, May 2004, Pt. One, Apr. 2004.
• Jaccoud, M. « Les mesures réparatrices », Traité de criminologie
  empirique au Québec, LeBlanc, M., Ouimet, M. & Szabo, D. (Eds.), pp. 647-676). Montréal : Les Presses de l’Université de Montréal.
• Johnstone, Gerry. A Restorative Justice Reader:
  Texts, Sources, Context. Willan Publishing, 2003.
• Karp, David R. and Thom Allena. Restorative Justice on the College Campus:
  Promoting Student Growth and Responsibility
  and Reawakening the Spirit of Campus Community. Charles C. Thomas Publishing Ltd., 2004.
• Law Commission of Canada. Transforming Relationships Through
  Participatory Justice,2003.
• Levin, Mark. Restorative Justice in Texas:
  Past, Present & Future, Centre for Effective Justice, September 2005.
• McEvoy, Kieran and ed. Tim Newburn. Criminology, Conflict Resolution and
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