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June 21, 2025 - As a probation order or as a conditional sentence, judges may order individuals to perform a specified number of hours of volunteer work in the community, at charitable organizations. JHSWW oversees the completion of these community work orders by setting up work placements, providing support to participating community agencies, and by verifying that the work order has been completed satisfactorily. JHSWW provides this program in both Kitchener and Cambridge. Funding is provided by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. John Howard Society of Waterloo-Wellington: Cambridge Branch Office
40 Ainslie St S
Cambridge, ON
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June 21, 2025 - This program provides an opportunity for youth who have committed minor offences to take responsibility for their actions and make amends to the community. Some youth are required to meet with a community panel to develop a contract that may include such things as restitution, letters of apology, essays, attending special programs and performing volunteer work. Others are referred directly to one or more educational workshops on: Preventing Property Crimes, Understanding Anger, Get Connected, and Drug and Alcohol Awareness. These workshops educate youth about making good choices and thinking before acting. They also stress the development of decision-making skills, moral…Read More

June 21, 2025 - This program is intended for 12 to 17 year old youth as an alternative to a term of custody. The program focuses on the development of cognitive skills that reinforce positive values and promote responsible behaviour. Youth develop stronger problem solving skills and learn to apply critical reasoning and consequential thinking in their everyday lives. A variety of components are available for the youth to attend. These may include Smart Choices, Substance Awareness, Employment Readiness, Life Management Skills and Surviving School (Study Skills). Youth may be referred directly from the courts or from a Probation Officer. This program is funded…Read More

June 21, 2025 - The Bail Verification and Supervision Program (BVSP) is an alternative to incarceration for those awaiting a court disposition. Individuals over the age of 16 who are in custody, awaiting a bail review, and who do not have a surety may qualify for the BVSP. Individuals released to this program will be required to attend the Windsor Main Office or Chatham satellite locations for mandatory supervision appointments and case management. This program is funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General. John Howard Society of Windsor-Essex County: Main Office
275 Oak St.
Windsor, ON
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June 21, 2025 - The Bail Verification and Supervision Program (BVSP) is an alternative to incarceration for those awaiting a court disposition. Individuals over the age of 16 who are in custody, awaiting a bail review, and who do not have a surety may qualify for the BVSP. Individuals released to this program will be required to attend the Windsor Main Office or Chatham satellite locations for mandatory supervision appointments and case management. This program is funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General. John Howard Society of Windsor-Essex County: Main Office
275 Oak St.
Windsor, ON
N9A 5E5…Read More

June 21, 2025 - This is a program funded by MCCSS and provides services and programs to assist in the reintegration and rehabilitation of justice system involved youth. The program is designed to support and encourage youth to successfully reintegrate into the community by providing the necessary support and guidance for them to prosper in society. John Howard Society of Windsor-Essex County: Main Office
275 Oak St.
Windsor, ON
N9A 5E5…Read More

June 21, 2025 - This program provides individuals with information and support to complete the record suspension/pardon application process. Staff will meet with individuals in a confidential setting to determine eligibility and steps to take to complete the process. Completing the application is essential to increasing equitable access to employment and other important services. John Howard Society of Toronto: Main Office
1669 Eglinton Ave West
Toronto, ON
M6E 2H4…Read More

June 21, 2025 - Donald G. Evans Residence (DGER) is a community residential facility for federally sentenced adult males on a supervised release from a federal institution. The paramount goal of this program is to increase public safety by assisting with the successful reintegration of these clients. John Howard Society of Toronto: Main Office
1669 Eglinton Ave West
Toronto, ON
M6E 2H4…Read More