Indigenous Diversion Centre - Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC Canada

Funded by Public Safety Canada, this first-of-its-kind centre aims to decrease Indigenous representation in jails, break harmful cycles of reoffending and help Indigenous people access culturally appropriate supports and resources. https://bcfnjc.com/services/indigenou... The BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) opened the doors to the Indigenous Diversion Centre (IDC) late last year on Lheidli T’enneh territory, commonly known as Prince George. The IDC is the first of its kind in Canada, hosting an innovative pilot program that will divert Indigenous people from criminal justice system involvement and instead offer pathways to accountability, healing and support. The IDC serves First Nations, Métis and Inuit adults residing in Prince George in two streams: Post-Release Diversion Program Individuals who are released from a correctional centre can struggle to reintegrate, without dedicated supports and a sense of belonging. Indigenous adults who are leaving Provincial and Federal correctional facilities and have plans to reside in Prince George are welcome at the Centre to access our wide range of services and supports. The post-release program is now open. Pre-Charge Diversion Program In partnership with Prince George RCMP, the program will divert Indigenous people from being charged with an eligible offence and instead offer enrollment in the program. The staff will develop an individualized 90-day Diversion Plan where participants commit to a set of activities in order to have their charges dropped. Working with a dedicated social worker, participants can advance their long-term healing goals beyond the 90 days. The pre-charge diversion program will open in the Fall of 2025. Indigenous Diversion Centre Activities Include: Ceremony Long Term Care Coordination Community Partner Workshops Sacred Bundle Journey Seasonal Camps Land Based Activities ‘Atsoo’s (Grandmother’s) Kitchen Adulting 101 Cultural Activities Therapeutic Art Group The Indigenous Diversion Centre is located at 1475 10th Avenue, Prince George, BC. More information can be found online here: https://bcfnjc.com/services/indigenou...