2007-2008 Councillors in Charge and Staff

Brian Ballantyne	Councillor Community Justice Worker Alternate Measures Coordinator
Ricky D. Bird	Fine option Coordinator Security & Radio
Samantha Smith	Youth Justice Assistant

“To deliver and maintain in a fair and just manner, a Community Justice Program designated to enhance and nurture emotional, mental, physical and spiritual well being of self, family, community, and Nation. Utilizing a holistic approach of healing, wellness and mending relationship through justice, establish new initiatives so that the self-esteem and a positive self identity can be restored, not only for current but future generations.”

Services
Alternate Measures - In conjunction with the PAGC Justice Unit and P.A. A.M. Program, pre-charge and post-charge referrals are managed by the justice worker. AMP processes include victim/offender mediations, family group conferencing, community justice forums, accountability hearings and sentencing circles.

Fine Option/CSO – The community based program provides youth and adults the opportunity to work off fines and/or community service hours.

Youth Justice Assistant – This position provides a variety of support services for the justice worker and other justice personnel who provide services to the community.

Community Justice Committee
This committee is comprised of individuals represented by women, men, youth and elders of the community membership. This committee provides support, advises justice personnel on cases fund raising.

Future Iniatives

1. Youth Day Program Pilot Project
2. Restitution Program
3. Traditional Cree Law Forum
4. Implementing justice as part of the educational curriculum
5. Staffing – continue development of program with experienced and educated band members.
6. Peace Keepers Project – work with PMB to enhance band security services
7. By-laws – review and/or development of band by-laws.
8. B.C.R.’s – review B.C.R. affecting band membership.