Justice and legal in Prince George, British Columbia
PGUAJS - Indigenous Cultural Liaison Program
Offered by Prince George Urban Aboriginal Justice Society
In short
To assist clients with spiritual and cultural connectiveness. Promote and facilitate cultural activity by modelling counselling and cultural based teachings.
- Who it is for
- Indigenous people; Indigenous
- What it helps with
- Legal help and my rights, Knowing where to go, People who get me, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, Rest and recreation, Making my own choices, Help with my mental health, Making and creating
- Where
- 102 - 1268 5 Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3L2
- How to reach
- Contact through Prince George Urban Aboriginal Justice Society: (250) 562-7928 · admin@pguajs.ca · Website
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About this service
PGUAJS has a contractual agreement with the Prince George Regional Correction Centre to provide indigenous inmates with culturally relevant support services that will:
- Assist clients in the understanding of aboriginal based cultural practice to increase personal awareness
- To assist clients with spiritual and cultural connectiveness
- Promote and facilitate cultural activity by modelling counselling and cultural based teachings
- Provide Elder support and leadership
This support is offered weekly to inmates. Program content includes:
- "The Seven Feathers" which is based on the Seven Traditional Teachings:
Respect - Love - Honesty - Truth - Wisdom - Courage - Humility
- Talking Circles
- Crafts and Arts
- One on one support
- Elder visits
- Community guest speakers
Annual Events include:
- Aboriginal Day Celebration
- Income Tax clinics supported by Canada Revenue
- Christmas Celebration
Who can use it?
Provide indigenous inmates with culturally relevant support services.
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 562-7928, email admin@pguajs.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Prince George, British Columbia.
102 - 1268 5 Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3L2
102 - 1268 5 Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3L2Prince George, British Columbia
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