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Program:
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Indigenous Combined Court Worker Program
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Address:
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74 Queen St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1A4
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Location:
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Located on the corner of Queen St and Van Horne Ave
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Accessibility Notes:
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Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated spaces available; Entrance -- Accessible with automatic push button; Washroom -- Accessible with grab bar
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Service Description:
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Administers programs and services focused on improving the quality of life for Indigenous people living in an urban environment
Provides advocacy services to Indigenous people involved in the Canadian justice system and assistance to understand their rights, options and responsibilities when appearing before the courts, including couples who are separating and parents involved in child welfare matters- Assists Indigenous people to understand their rights to speak on their own behalf or legal counsel, to better understand the nature of any charges against them and the philosophy and functioning of the criminal justice system
- Responds to the problems and special needs caused by communication barriers which exist between Indigenous people and those who are involved
- Ensures Indigenous people in Ontario have access to the best available legal and justice-related services prior to, during and following a court appearance
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Indigenous adults and youth involved in the Canadian justice system
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Staff person, no services provided
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Area Served:
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Wabigoon, Dryden, Machin, and Kenora
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