For over 20 years, Peacebuilders Canada has supported youth facing barriers, particularly Black, Indigenous, and racialized youth, as they navigate the justice and education systems.Our restorative approach replaces punishment with repair, and isolation with community.
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Peacebuilders' vision for the future is one where youth facing barriers can access justice, reach their full potential, and contribute to safer, healthier communities.
Today, our mission is to enhance the capacity of youth and the systems that support them, increase access to justice, and use restorative practices to foster accountability, healing, and growth.
Each program addresses harm and builds healing in different settings
Support for youth and families in the justice system
Creating safer and more restorative learning environments
Help clearing records and rebuilding futures after conviction
Improving access to justice for young people navigating the justice system.
Through the support of The Law Foundation of Ontario’s Public Interest Articling Fellowship, Peacebuilders is pleased to provide opportunities for articling students each year. Peacebuilders’ articling program provides students the opportunity to collaborate on initiatives to advance systemic change in the youth justice system. Our articling students work closely with community and justice partners, gaining exposure to the youth justice system and community-based advocacy initiatives in the not-for-profit world.
Peacebuilders is seeking an articling student for the 2027-2028 term. Applications are now open through viLaw Portal. Applicants may also reach out to info@peacebuilders.ca for more information.
The cost of incarcerations per youth, per year.
The cost of diversion per youth.
The savings in public costs for every $1 invested in youth.
Youth supported through restorative justice
Schools engaged to build restorative justice programs
Of youth who complete a program do not reoffend
Every contribution funds programs that heal harm and rebuild trust.
Bring your skills and compassion to support young people and communities.
Schools, organizations, and systems can work with us to create lasting change.
Whatever brought you here, know that Peacebuilders walks alongside you. We believe in second chances, healing, and the strength of community. Support is accessible, judgment-free, and grounded in real care.
