Gihekdagye Friendship Centre

Site: Brantford - Colborne St

Service: Justice Programs

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Record #: SIM0200
Last Full Update: 20 Jul 2026

Service Details

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served Brantford ; Cayuga ; Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation ; Simcoe ; Six Nations of the Grand River
Eligibility

Indigenous individuals and families who are involved with or at risk of becoming involved with the justice system
Application

Call for an intake and connection to the appropriate program
Languages English
Fees None

Address and Location

Located In Community Brantford
Address & Map
274 Colborne St
Brantford, ON N3T 2H3
Intersection Colborne St and Clarence St
Physical Access Fully Accessible

Description

Description (Service)

Provide culturally grounded support to Indigenous individuals and families who are involved with or at risk of becoming involved with the justice system.  The team works to promote healing, reduce barriers and support positive outcomes through advocacy, referrals and culturally appropriate services

  • Criminal Court Worker - provides support and advocacy to Indigenous individuals involved in criminal court matters, including information, referrals and court accompaniment
  • Combined Court Worker - provides support and advocacy to Indigenous individuals involved in both criminal and family court matters, including information, referrals and court accompaniment
  • Indigenous Peer Support - provides culturally based peer support, mentorship and guidance to Indigenous individuals navigating the justice system and working toward positive change

Contact Information

Office Phone 519-304-7400
E-Mail Info@briscfc.org
Website https://briscfc.org/
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Primary Executive Shelly Hill, Executive Director
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