Judicial Advocacy Groups, Group 1 (9-2)

Front 1

What is the Elizabeth Fry Society?

Back 1

Focuses on women. Their goal: To work with girls and women in conflict with the law by offering information and support through the court process, the term of sentence, and reintegration into society

Front 2

What is the John Howard Society?

Back 2

It is a community-based charitable organization dedicated to reducing the incidence of crime and increasing community safety through preventative and restorative justice practices

Front 3

Define: Advocacy

Back 3

The active support of a group of people, a person or a cause. Several groups exist in Canada that advocate for youth, especially youth in trouble

Front 4

What is the status of Aborignal Crime in Canada?

Back 4

Statistics from Correctional Service Canada show that while Aboriginal people represent only 2.8% of the Canadian population, the account for 18% of those who are incarcerated in federal institutions. Correctional Service of Canada also notes that aboriginal offenders are more likely than non-Aboriginal offenders to have experienced poverty, family violence and substance abuse in their home environment, and as children, they were more likely to have been involved with child welfare services

Front 5

What is the % of Aboriginal Crime in the Prairies?

Back 5

In the Prairie provinces – 50% of prisoners are Aboriginals