Transition Services
Indigenous program
The transition program is for individuals exiting a period of incarceration who are looking for support with their objectives and reconnecting with their community. To access transition services, a referral from your parole or probation officer is needed along with a release plan. Once integrated into the program, community members have access to culturally-adapted in-person supports, group programming and referrals to services for housing, employment, healthcare, access to Elders as well as cultural activities.
Note that most program participants will be referred by a Correctional Agent.
- Legal Help
- Restorative Justice
- Justice alternatives
- Advocacy
Participants can also get help with the following:
- Listening, referrals and well-being follow up
- Cultural workshops and activities
- Support group
- Elder’s support and traditional care
- Accessing financial support
- Job search and education navigation
- Health navigation
- Support with filing taxes
- Transportation
- Clothing
- Home visits
These services are intended for Indigenous peoples
The INDex was created to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal in finding relevant and up-to-date information on services that were created specifically for them. Our goal is to promote cultural safety and community connectedness.
If you are an Indigenous person living, moving to or visiting Tiohtià:ke, the INDex can support you in your steps!
Need help now?
The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous peoples living in Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counselors are reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1 855-242-3310