Native Courtworkers Program

The Native Courtworkers program offers legal assistance to Native persons involved in the criminal and penal justice system as victims, witnesses or accused. This service is available to persons in adult court and in juvenile court.

Native Courtworkers provide counselling and assistance to clients to ensure their just and fair treatment in a judicial process unfamiliar with the ways and customs of Native people.

Native Courtworkers meet with, advise and assist any Native person charged with an offense under federal or provincial law, or under municipal or band bylaws.

Native Courtworkers are also empowered to help the communities they serve develop and establish alternatives to the current justice system which better meet community members’ needs and aspirations.