LA TUQUE, QC , Nov. 2, 2022 /CNW/ - Advancing reconciliation requires supporting culturally appropriate, Indigenous-led and community-based justice services. This is key to achieving systemic change in our justice system.
Today, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation
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Justice Canada is providing $908,750 over five years through the Indigenous Justice Program to the Conseil de la Nation Atikamekw to support their efforts to address the overrepresentation of Indigenous people in the criminal justice system. This includes:
Addressing the systemic factors that contribute to the overrepresentation of Indigenous people, as well as systemic racism in the justice system, is part of the Government of Canada's commitments outlined in the
"Thanks to its efforts over a number of years in the context of the
"Indigenous peoples are alarmingly overrepresented in Canada's criminal justice system. By providing support for Indigenous justice services, such as Gladue Aftercare, we are helping bring systemic change to address this unacceptable reality. These investments will support our efforts to address systemic discrimination against Indigenous peoples, and improve access to justice and fairness in our justice system."
"Collaboration and partnership with Indigenous organisations is critical to advancing reconciliation and transforming the relationship between Indigenous peoples and the justice system. The Conseil de la Nation Atikamekw is a vital partner in these efforts and in creating healthier, vibrant and safer communities in Québec."
SOURCE Department of Justice Canada
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