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Program: Indigenous Combined Criminal Courtwork Program

Organizations: Red Lake Indian Friendship Centre
Red Lake Indian Friendship Centre - Site 1 - Head Office
Description of Services: Provides support to Indigenous people in conflict with the Criminal Justice System
  • Assists the accused to better understand their rights, options and responsibilities under the law
  • Provides clarification of the charge and the court procedure
  • Assists with understanding the fulfillment requirements of the sentence including bail documents and probation orders
  • Provides advocacy on behalf of the accused to the court
  • Offers the services of a Native Inmate Liaison worker
  • Gives referrals to legal resources and appropriate social, education, employment and medical resources to address the problems contributing to the charges
  • Provides education and promotes understanding of the Criminal Justice System and alternative justice processes to the Indigenous community

Fees: None
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
  • Individuals in conflict with the Criminal Justice System

  • Off-reserve Indigenous people
Application: Intake assessment required
Accessibility: Partially Accessible      Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Partially Accessible - Parking -- Accessible with one designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- Accessible from street level, no automatic push button door; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar
Languages: English

Phone Numbers: 807-727-2847
Toll-Free: 1-877-886-8988
Email: court@rlifc.ca
Website: rlifc.ca
Address: PO Box 244
Red Lake, ON
P0V 2M0
Street
Address:
1 Legion Rd
Red Lake
Location:
  • Located on Legion Rd in Red Lake behind the OPP Detachment
  • Closest intersection is at Legion Rd and Howey St
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Contacts: Angela Sinclair - Criminal Courtworker
807-727-2847 Ext 228 * court@rlifc.ca

 
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