We believe that justice is human.
It is a living system of accountability, correction and growth that must work for the communities and individuals it touches. We believe that when our responses to crime are truly effective, they cost society less and provide us with more. When they are just, they create safer communities. And when they are humane, they reflect the potential everyone has for a better future.
We work for the people affected by the justice system.
Through evidence-based programs focused on prevention, intervention and re-integration, we build better futures for individuals and safer communities for all. We help youth develop the critical life skills that will let them achieve their full
potential and avoid future justice involvement. We support families with counseling and resources to help them navigate the challenges of criminal justice. For those leaving incarceration, we provide housing and training to help them find a job, reintegrate into their community and reduce their risk of re-offense. Our Centre of Research & Policy connects front-line service providers with innovative analysis to translate research into action.
Whether with policy or programming, advocacy or service delivery, we strive for human justice in Ontario.
Mission Statement
In partnership with the community to make Peterborough safer through prevention, education, reform, aftercare and treatment services for persons who are, or who have the potential to be involved in the Criminal Justice System.
Our Board of Directors
Robert Hotston Paul Legacy
Chair
Linda Twohey Dan Smith
Treasurer
Christopher Russell Dr. Lara Hiseler
Past Chair
Karen Bateman Elise Noriega
Vice Chair
Our Staff
Administration
Kathy Neill, Executive Director
Tina Staplin, Finance Manager
Justice Services
Dana Hetherton, Manager of Justice Services
Megan Carrick, Adult Justice Services Coordinator
Caitlin Jacobs, Restorative Justice Coordinator, Youth Justice Program Coordinator
Justin Thain, Youth Justice Diversion Coordinator
Kit, Partner Support Worker – Partner Assault Response Program (PAR)
Community and Training
Marion Little, Manager of Community Services & Training
Jane Garant, Youth Counsellor, The Aspire Program
Suzie Compeau, Counsellor, Healing from Within
Omar Ali, Volunteer Coordinator
Facilitators
Dana Hetherton, Don Gibson, Kirk Hillier, Bill Kilpatrick, Graham Petty, Jane Garant, Abbi Barrie, Bethann Brown
Strategic Plan
JHS Peterborough 2020 2025 Strat Plan
Charitable Status and Financial Information
Look up our charitable profile using the link below and enter the name John Howard Society of Peterborough.