Peace & Justice Project

Movement-based and team-building activities to build connections and community.

The Peace and Justice Project are designed to address common questions, misconceptions, and areas of interest related to the Canadian legal system for newcomer youth. Developed in response to student feedback, the programs create spaces for youth to ask questions and share perspectives.  

The project focus on mindfulness, movement, and teamwork. Following lessons, students will participate in movement-based and team-building activities to build connections and community.

All programs in the Peace and Justice Project begin in May and run for six weeks.

Bridges to Community: Elementary Age

Play and activity-based program that helps students build resilience and feel a sense of belonging. Students will gain skills through sports, music, drama, community service, art, literature, and cultural experiences. This program is funded by TD Bank.

Students will develop skills in: 

  • Problem solving 
  • Conflict resolution 
  • Self-regulation 
  • Positive self-esteem 
  • Confidence building 
  • Forming positive relationships 

Bridges to Justice: Junior High Age

Helps students understand the Canadian criminal justice system and youth justice. Students will participate in interactive lessons, listen to guest speakers from the justice and community sectors, and have experiential learning opportunities, like mock trial.  

Students will explore: 

  • Youth justice and the Youth Criminal Justice System 
  • The court system 
  • Social justice 
  • Policing and youth crime 
  • Safety and victimization 
  • Civil law and everyday legal issues 

Bridges to Canadian Law: Senior High Age

Students will feel informed, empowered, and confident in navigating legal systems. Participants will strengthen their understanding of rights and responsibilities while building confidence, critical thinking skills, and community connections.  

Students will: 

  • Learn about the Canadian criminal justice system 
  • Explore youth justice and the Youth Criminal Justice System 
  • Discuss social justice, policing, courts, and civil law 
  • Participate in interactive lessons and a mock trial 
  • Hear from guest speakers in justice and community sectors 

For more information about the Peace and Justice Project, please contact Molly Clare at MClare@cbfy.ca.  

Partners

CBE
CCSD