Court Support

Who We Help:

Our Court Support program is designed for those who: are 16 years and older, are involved in the criminal justice system and have a substance use issue. We focus on support and providing referrals to appropriate addiction and mental health services.

What We Offer:

• Ongoing support to the individual and families throughout the court process
• Consulting with client and duty counsel or their lawyer
• Assisting clients with requests or questions they may have for duty counsel or their lawyer
• Coordinating a return to court date with client and duty counsel or lawyer
• Consultation with client’s social and community supports
• Providing consultation, education, and advocacy to client’s support networks and to court staff
• Assisting individuals in accessing legal aid, bail and other necessary services
• Referring individuals to appropriate social services and resources

Where We Help:

This program is offered at both the Newmarket and Bradford courthouses:

• NEWMARKET – 50 Eagle St W, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6B1
• BRADFORD – 57 Holland St E, Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON