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Program:
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Red Lake Indian Friendship Centre - Site 1 - Head Office - Indigenous Combined Criminal Courtwork Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-727-2847
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Toll-Free:
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1-877-886-8988
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Address:
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PO Box 244
Red Lake, ON
P0V 2M0
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Street
Address:
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1 Legion Rd
Red Lake
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Location:
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- Located on Legion Rd in Red Lake behind the OPP Detachment
- Closest intersection is at Legion Rd and Howey St
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Accessibility:
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Partially Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Partially Accessible - Parking -- Accessible with one designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- Accessible from street level, no automatic push button door; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Angela Sinclair - Criminal Courtworker
807-727-2847 Ext 228 * court@rlifc.ca
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Service Description:
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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 Indigenous community
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Intake assessment required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals in conflict with the Criminal Justice System
- Off-reserve Indigenous people
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora
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Last Updated:
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11/28/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=216292
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