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August 16, 2026 - This program, in operation since May of 2005, responds to a need identified by the provincial government to reduce the remand population at the local Detention Centre and to increase the court appearance rate. It is open to individuals 16 years of age and older who are facing outstanding charges in the Ottawa Criminal Court with minimal financial or social supports. The two main goals of the program are to increase the court appearance rate, and to ensure comprehension of court ordered conditions. In addition, individuals may be referred to other community service agencies to address additional issues such as…Read More

June 1, 2026 - This program assists adult males and their families in both Maplehurst and Milton (sentenced and remand) and in the Ontario Correctional Institute (OCI) in Brampton (sentenced) to prepare for successful reintegration and release to their home community. Working within the institutions, JHSPHD also ensures humane and lawful treatment of prisoners in keeping with Canadian and International standards prescribed by the UN Conventions. Referrals are made and information is provided to best support an individual’s release plan. A staff person attends on a weekly basis at Maplehurst and OCI to meet directly with inmates based on their written requests for an…Read More

February 11, 2026 - Offers low cost, twice-per-month transportation for visitors to the federal institutions in the Warkworth and Kingston areas. Operated primarily by volunteers, allows for direct family contac that would not ordinarily be possible. John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area: Main Office
654 Barton St. East
Hamilton, ON
L8L 3A2…Read More

September 17, 2025 - The Community Integrated Care Hub (The HUB) is a low-barrier, trauma-informed space offering harm reduction supplies, housing support, nutritional support, and community programming for individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, or any other challenges. Through partnerships and community engagement, the HUB works to build a more inclusive and supportive community for everyone. John Howard Society of the Kawarthas: Community Integrated Care Hub
50 Mary Street West
Lindsay, ON
K9V 2N6…Read More

September 17, 2025 - The Literacy & Basic Skills Program is a community-based program that provides free education, training, and upgrading for adults. Upgrading includes skill building for reading, writing, numeracy, digital technology, and essential skills necessary for the workplace. Through personally designed programming based on individual needs, we can help support you to overcome challenges and achieve success. John Howard Society of the Kawarthas: Lindsay Adult Justice Office
22 Peel Street
Lindsay, ON
K9V 3L8…Read More

September 17, 2025 - The Literacy & Basic Skills Program is a community-based program that provides free education, training, and upgrading for adults. Upgrading includes skill building for reading, writing, numeracy, digital technology, and essential skills necessary for the workplace. Through personally designed programming based on individual needs, we can help support you to overcome challenges and achieve success. John Howard Society of the Kawarthas: Minden Office
14 IGA Road
Minden, ON
K0M 2K0…Read More

September 17, 2025 - 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. John Howard Society of the Kawarthas: Lindsay Adult Justice Office
22 Peel Street
Lindsay, ON
K9V 3L8…Read More

September 17, 2025 - 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. John Howard Society of the Kawarthas: Minden Office
14 IGA Road
Minden, ON
K0M 2K0…Read More