Click here to register for PAR Program. This initiative provides a coordinated criminal justice system response to domestic violence. Following a guilty plea or a finding of guilt, a Judge may order the offender male or female to attend counselling as a condition of Probation, Bail or other court order. This is a fee for service program, however, no one will be refused entry due to inability to pay.
This is a multi-couple treatment group for couples who have experienced domestic abuse or violence. Over the course of 12 weeks, couples aim to improve communication skills, develop strategies for conflict management, create an environment where couples can openly share feelings and concerns and build respect for individual needs.
Male participants must have completed the Partner Assault Response Program and female participants should have completed a counselling support group or a Partner Assault Response Program for women in order to be eligible for group.
Having a criminal record can be a barrier for individuals in terms of finding employment, entering educational programs, travel, acquiring citizenship and volunteering. Through the Record Suspension process a person can seal their criminal record. This process can be complex and involves several steps. Our program assists clients with determining their eligibility and guiding them through the application process. This is a free program that helps people who have been in conflict with the law by providing them with support, guidance, referrals and counselling to address issues that may keep them at risk for further difficulties with the Justice System.
Referrals: Self-referrals or those from professional sources are accepted. Regardless of referral method all clients are considered voluntary. The Youth in Transition Program works to support Crown Ward youth in their successful transition out of care, to living on their own as independent adults. The Y. Youth involved in the program are between the ages of 16 to 24 and will work with the Y. The Program works closely with staff from the local Family and Children Services to identify Crown wards who may benefit from the services of the Y.
