Resources
Provincial and federal references, research centres, and Indigenous justice initiatives across British Columbia and Canada.
Restorative Justice Association of BC (RJABC)
A non-profit association dedicated to strengthening and advocating for the expansion of restorative justice in B.C.
BC Government — Crime Reduction through Restorative Justice
Official provincial government information on restorative justice programs and Community Accountability Programs in BC.
BC Government — Restorative Justice Overview
Provincial overview of restorative justice in BC's criminal justice system, including benefits, common processes, and links to Community Accountability Programs.
Department of Justice Canada — Restorative Justice
Federal government resources on restorative justice programs and policy across Canada.
Correctional Service Canada — Restorative Justice
Federal correctional restorative justice programs, including Restorative Opportunities for victims of federally sentenced offences.
Centre for Restorative Justice — SFU
Simon Fraser University's Centre for Restorative Justice, conducting research and education on restorative practices.
Clicklaw — Youth Criminal Justice Act
Plain-language legal information on how restorative justice, Community Accountability Programs, and extrajudicial measures work for youth in BC.
Indigenous Justice Programs Map
Interactive map of Indigenous justice programs across British Columbia, maintained by the BC First Nations Justice Council.