A different kind of justice is possible, and it works.
We use restorative circles to keep young people in school and out of the justice system. Every young person deserves to be heard and given the chance to reach their full potential.
Referring a young person? Start here ›
Start with your question.
No referral needed. If you are not sure where you fit, talk to us and we will point you in the right direction.
Got a court date coming up?
Court can be overwhelming. Our court team at the Ontario Court of Justice in Toronto will break it down and support you through it.
Crown, defence or duty counsel, police, probation or a case manager referring a youth?
We complete a short intake with the young person and their caregiver.
Did something happen at school?
A fight or a suspension doesn't have to define your year. A circle can help repair the harm so you can get back to class.
Want fewer suspensions at your school?
Our facilitators lead all planning and delivery, so teachers don't prepare a thing. Sessions fit your regular schedule.
Repair costs less than punishment.
It also works better.
When a young person takes responsibility through a restorative process instead of going through the courts, they stay connected to school and family, communities get safer and public dollars go further.
Circles, because that's the work.
Our dialogue-based practices are anchored in restorative circles. We use them across schools, courts, and communities.
Our suspension rates have declined by 40%. We have successfully reintegrated students back into the school community thanks to restorative training delivered by Peacebuilders.
I like circles because if someone needs to talk about something, this is their space to do it.
Need support for a young person? We'll call you back within one business day.
In an emergency, call 911. Peacebuilders is not a crisis service.
Young people can reach Kids Help Phone any time.
Where our community comes together.
Thursday, May 6, 2027Spring for Peace
Our spring gala and fundraiser. Toronto law firms team up to raise money for young people and compete for the Peacebuilders Cup.
2027 · Date to comeSister 2 Sister
A youth-led conference created by our Youth Ambassadors, for more than 200 racialized female-identified and non-binary youth from schools across Toronto.
Thursday, November 19Youth Justice Forum
A full day at Hart House, University of Toronto, on barriers and supports for young people in the justice system. Brought to you by the Youth Justice Transformation Lab.
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Corporate partners, foundations and firms help us bring restorative practice to more schools and courts.
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