Program: Ne Chee Friendship Centre - Kenora - Main Office - Indigenous Criminal Courtwork Program
Organization: Ne Chee Friendship Centre
Ne Chee Friendship Centre - Kenora - Main Office
Phone Numbers: 807-468-9657
Fax: 807-468-5340
Email: criminalcourtwork@nechee.org
Website: www.nechee.org/courtworker-programme
Address:
326 2nd St S
Kenora
P9N 1G5
Location:
  • Located downtown at 2nd St S next door to the Century Cinema Theatre
  • Closest intersection is at 2nd St S and Chipman St
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
Public Contacts: Elaine - Criminal Courtworker
807-468-9657 * criminalcourtwork2@nechee.org

Service Description: Provides support to Indigenous people in conflict with the Criminal Justice System
  • Assists the accused to better understand their rights, options and responsibilities under the law
  • Provides clarification of the charge and the court procedure
  • Assists with understanding the fulfillment requirements of the sentence including bail documents and probation orders
  • Provides advocacy on behalf of the accused to the court
  • Offers the services of a Native Inmate Liaison worker
  • Gives referrals to legal resources and appropriate social, education, employment and medical resources to address the problems contributing to the charges
  • Provides education and promotes understanding of the Criminal Justice System and alternative justice processes to the Aboriginal community



Fees: None
Application: Intake assessment required
Eligibility / Target Population:
  • Individuals 18 years of age and older in conflict with the Criminal Justice System

  • Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous peoples

Languages: English
Area Served: District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
See Also: Community Legal Services
Last Updated: 4/30/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=208504

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