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K9V 4E5
- preventing crime
- providing essential safety services
- providing effective and efficient communications between requesting police service and the unit responding
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 3L8
Partner Assault Response Program (305 Stewart St, Peterborough and online) The Partner Assault Response (PAR) program is a 12-session court-ordered program to address intimate partner violence.
The objective of the program is to give individuals the opportunity to examine their beliefs and attitudes towards intimate partner violence, power, control, and to learn non-abusive ways of resolving conflict, while challenging participants to recognize and accept responsibility for their behaviour
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 3L8
Program supports individuals applying for record suspensions in navigating the process, complete the applications and ensuring access to the right information.
The program is funded by Public Safety Canada and is available at select John Howard Society offices across Ontario.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 3L8
Works in partnership with a number of organizations and agencies within the City and County of Peterborough.
Adult clients are court ordered and monitored to complete a certain number of community service hours which must be completed for non-profit and charitable community organizations.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 3L8
The Direct Accountability Program is a court-referred post-charge provincial diversion program for adults, offering individuals charged with specific offences an opportunity to participate in alternate sanctions.
The Pre-Charge Diversion Program supports individuals referred by the Kawartha Lakes Police Service by providing counselling and opportunities to make amends with those harmed by their actions. Counselling supports the development of more positive responses to reduce recidivism while holding individuals accountable for their actions.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 2M5
Provides a variety of supports and services to meet the mental health needs of children, youth and their families in the community
- for children, youth and families
- help with: self-harm, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, being overwhelmed, separation and loss, social skills, destructive relationships, processing traumatic experiences, and more
- Referral Process:
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
Family Skills Building and Support Services (12 week service):
- for parents & caregivers
- parenting psycho-education and support group; in-home/in-office family support for those feeling overwhelmed and need support dealing with challenging behaviour and understanding the child's development
- Referral Process:
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
Brief Therapy (6 week service):
- for children, youth and families
- provides Brief therapy a solution focused support, typically the first service that young people and their families engage in
- Referral Process:
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
Day Treatment (6 Day treatment):
- for children & youth
- program helps participants who struggle with social, emotional & behavioral difficulties alongside mental health issues
- Referral Process:
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
Sexual Abuse Response Program (6 week service):
- for children & youth and their non-offending caregivers
- Brief therapy service to address immediate presenting concerns and assess the need for longer-term therapy
- Referral Process:
- Referrals for this service may be initiated by the Kawartha Haliburton Children's Aid Society or a self-referral by contacting Chimo directly.
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
- for youth or parents/guardians
- Crisis support line operated Mon-Thu 9 am-5pm & Fri 9 am-4 pm, except for holidays. Provides a timely response to assist children, youth and families in urgent and imminent need and aims to stabilize the current crisis situation
- Referral Process:
- to access the crisis line, call our 705-324-3300 press #3
Group-Based Services (8-10 week program):
- for children and youth (from time to time groups for parents and caregivers are offered)
- series of planned sessions that are designed to address the identified needs and goals of the child/youth and their family; social skills building; developing coping skills; art therapy; etc
- Referral Process:
- Residents in the City of Kawartha Lakes call (705) 324-3300 & Press#4
- Residents in North Durham Region call the Central Intake Line 1-888-454-6275
- for students and their families who who are in attendance at the following school boards: Trillium Lakelands School Board; Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic School Board; Durham District School Board and Durham Catholic District School Board
- provides mental health supports to young people in schools; participate in group and/or individual counseling and therapy to address their needs and build on their strengths
- Referral Process:
- young people are referred by designated school board
- for families who live in the following areas: City of Kawartha Lakes; Haliburton; Simcoe County; York Region; Peterborough; Northumberland and Durham Region
- provides overnight respite to children and youth up to the age of 18, with a variety of unique and complex needs.
- Referral Process:
- Referrals for this program are not made directly through our agency; they are made through a local area Intensive Service Coordinator. If you are unsure who this is and how to make a referral, please contact Teresa Rye at (705) 324-3300 ext. 227 and she will assist you
Youth Court Support and Mental Health Diversion Program:
- for youth ages 12-18 (less a day)
- Chimo's Youth Mental Health Court Worker (YMHCW) provides support to young people with identified or suspected mental health needs and that involved in the Youth Justice system within the City of Kawartha Lakes
- Referral Process:
- Should the courts determine or suspect that a youth has mental health needs that may be contributing to their conflict with the law, they may suggest a mental health diversion. In this instance, the worker will facilitate the development of a mental health diversion agreement, in collaboration with the Crown. This is done collaboratively working with the youth and their family to develop a plan to access and receive appropriate mental health services
Live-In Treatment (24 hour care):
- for youth ages 12-18 (two treatment centres 1 for male & 1 for female)
- youth who have been identified as requiring Live in treatment; who generally require more support than the less intrusive treatment options available in the community
- Referral Process:
- Live-In Treatment programs accept referrals from the following areas: City of Kawartha Lakes; Peterborough, Northumberland and Haliburton Counties; and Durham Region
Residents from Durham Region contact Central Intake at 1-888-454-6275
For all other areas, contact Chimo directly at 705-324-3300 and press 4 to make a referral for Live-In Treatment services
- for children & youth
- single session support provides timely assistance to individuals to address a single issue related to their social, emotional, and behavioral wellbeing
- Referral Process:
- call Chimo at 705-324-3300 to request a single session meeting. You will get a call back from a worker as soon as possible to set up an appointment.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4T7
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4T7
Youth Diversion works with police, courts, the community and schools to keep young people with minor offenses out of the court system. Goal is for the young person to repair the harm done and be held accountable for the offense.
Youth Justice Committee is part of the Youth Diversion Program, which offers an opportunity for youth in conflict with the law to engage in restorative justice practices. These practices include restorative circles, facilitated dialogues, or other approaches guided by restorative principles.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4T7
The Reintegration Program is a voluntary program for youth completing a probation order or a period of detention, offered in collaboration with the Youth Intervention Centre, Youth Probation Services, and Custody/Detention Facilities.
Youth are supported with goal setting, skill-building, and resource navigation, with the goal of assisting youth in re-entering their communities.
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 6C3
- Responsible for all stages of prosecution including charges, plea discussions, bail hearings, trials at all levels of court and summary conviction appeals
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 6K2
- Divorce and Separation
- Family Justice Services
- Child Custody and Access
- Support for you/your Spouse and Children
- Division or Equalization of Family Property
- Treatment of a Matrimonial Home
- Enforcement of Support Payments
- Children Protection and Adoptions and more
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4R1
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4S6
Correctional facility
Correctional centres house sentenced offenders who are typically serving periods of incarceration from 60 days to a maximum of two years less a day.
Offenders serving their sentences in correctional centres are eligible for:
- education
- counselling
- work experience programs
Kawartha Lakes, ON, K9V 4S6
The Institutional Services Program offers direct support and referrals for inmates at the Central East Correctional Centre and their family members by assisting them in their search for viable and sustainable options in preparing inmates for reintegration into their community.
Peterborough, ON, K9J 5V3
The Indigenous Court Program supports and advocates for self-identifying Indigenous individuals involved in the justice system, providing advocacy, support, and culturally sensitive services. The program is designed to help both youth and adults understand their rights, responsibilities, and options when navigating the justice system.
The Indigenous Court Worker offers assistance in criminal and family court cases, ensuring that Indigenous people have access to the proper legal services and cultural resources. The program also works to raise awareness of the challenges Indigenous peoples face within the justice system and advocates for diversion and culturally appropriate practices.
Program Objectives:
- Advocate for Indigenous Peoples: Ensure Indigenous individuals have the support they need to navigate the justice system, advocating for culturally sensitive and alternative approaches to justice.
- Promote Legal Awareness: Help individuals understand their rights, responsibilities, and available options when appearing in court.
- Cultural Support: Provide access to Elders and cultural programming to support Indigenous individuals in the justice system.
- Increase System Awareness: Raise awareness of the specific challenges faced by Indigenous peoples within the legal system, and work towards ensuring equitable treatment.
Program Services:
- Court Support & Advocacy: Provide advocacy for Indigenous individuals involved in criminal and family courts.
- Legal Guidance: Assist individuals in understanding court documentation and their rights, responsibilities, and options.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Facilitate access to Elders, cultural programming, and support in navigating the justice system with cultural sensitivity.
- Referral Services: Connect individuals to appropriate legal, community, and justice-related services.
- Letters of Support: Providing letters that advocate for Indigenous individuals within the justice system if eligible.
- Diversion Advocacy: Advocate for diversion options to address the root causes of involvement in the justice system.
- Systemic Awareness: Work to enhance awareness of the unique issues Indigenous peoples face within the justice system, ensuring proper access to legal resources.
- Culturally Appropriate Legal Process: Ensure that judicial processes and locations are culturally appropriate and sensitive to the needs of Indigenous individuals.
E Naaknind Anishinaabeg - Indigenous Peoples Court | IPC
Description:
E Naaknind Anishinaabeg - Indigenous Peoples Court is a specialized court program hosted through the Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre. This program works alongside the Court Support and Gladue programs to offer a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach to sentencing and rehabilitation for Indigenous individuals involved in the justice system.
Peterborough, ON, K9H 4G7
Programs include:
- Community Support
- Intensive Supervision and Support
- Youth Justice Directed Counselling
- Family Program
Peterborough, ON, K9J 7G6
Justice Services include:
- Bail Verification and Supervision
- Court Support and Court Case Management
- E Naaknind Anishinaabeg - Indigenous People's Court.
Community Programs include:
- One-on-one Counselling and Support for all community members
- Online and in-person wellness programs for all community members
- Programs for people on probation, parole, or who are referred by CAS
The Justice Reintegration Program supports individuals transitioning from the provincial justice system back into the community.
Program Objectives:
- Teach personal interaction and development skills
- Build essential life skills for independence
- Promote positive and healthy lifestyle choices
- Encourage constructive use of leisure time in pro-social ways
- Address factors that may impact successful reintegration into the community
CRPT Project Overview
The Community Reintegration Planning Table (CRPT) is a collaborative initiative between the Ministry of the Solicitor General and the Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC). The project takes a person-centered, multidisciplinary approach to release planning for individuals with complex needs, ensuring they are supported by the right community partners before and after release.
Peterborough, ON, K9J 7G6
Provide gender-responsive community supports for people who have been, or are at-risk of being criminalized, while advocating for broader social change to prevent or provide alternatives to incarceration. Programs and services available to all members of the community including men, women, and gender-diverse people.
Community Programs
- One-on-one Programs and Support
- Anger Solutions
- Healthy Relationships
- Goal Setting and Stress Management
- Self Esteem
- 6 Session Strength-Based Coaching
- Group Programs
- Change throughout the year - contact the agency for current groups
- Online Programs
- Anger Solutions
- Healthy Relationships
- Goal Setting and Stress Management
- Self Esteem
- STEPS - Student Education and Placement Support Program
Drop-In Program - Mon-Fri 10 am-1 pm at Trinity Community Centre, 9360 Reid St, Peterborough. Contact Kristal Jones, [email protected]
- Service Navigation
- Intake Support
- Peer Worker Support
- Community Resources
- Phone and Internet Access
- Warm Beverages and Snacks
- Clothing and Hygeine Products
- Harm Reduction Supplies and Support
- Community Connection
Peterborough, ON, K9H 4E5
Male residential facility.
- Provides accommodation with emphasis on job creation, job placement, contacts with agencies and community groups.
Peterborough, ON, K9H 2P8
Specialization:
- Trauma
- Substance Abuse
- Mental Health Issues
- Anger Management
- Domestic Violence
- Life Skills
- Emotion Management
- Cognitive Awareness
- Stress Management
Partner Assault Response Program (305 Stewart St, Peterborough and online) The Partner Assault Response (PAR) program is a 12-session court-ordered program to address intimate partner violence.
The objective of the program is to give individuals the opportunity to examine their beliefs and attitudes towards intimate partner violence, power, control, and to learn non-abusive ways of resolving conflict, while challenging participants to recognize and accept responsibility for their behaviour
Works in partnership with a number of organizations and agencies within the City and County of Peterborough.
Adult clients are court ordered and monitored to complete a certain number of community service hours which must be completed for non-profit and charitable community organizations.
Peterborough, ON, K9J 3N2
Program supports individuals applying for record suspensions in navigating the process, complete the applications and ensuring access to the right information.
The program is funded by Public Safety Canada and is available at select John Howard Society offices across Ontario.
Peterborough, ON, K9J 3N2
Partner Assault Response Program (305 Stewart St, Peterborough and online) The Partner Assault Response (PAR) program is a 12-session court-ordered program to address intimate partner violence.
The objective of the program is to give individuals the opportunity to examine their beliefs and attitudes towards intimate partner violence, power, control, and to learn non-abusive ways of resolving conflict, while challenging participants to recognize and accept responsibility for their behaviour
Peterborough, ON, K9J 3N2
Works in partnership with a number of organizations and agencies within the City and County of Peterborough.
Adult clients are court ordered and monitored to complete a certain number of community service hours which must be completed for non-profit and charitable community organizations.

