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Program:	Indigenous Combined Court Worker Program
Organizations:	Nishnawbe Gamik Friendship Centre Nishnawbe Gamik Friendship Centre - Friendship Centre Administration
Phone Numbers:	807-737-1903 Ext 224
Toll-Free:	1-800-619-9519
Fax:	807-737-3399
Email:	reception@ngfc.net
Website:	www.ngfc.net/services/combined-court-worker-progra...
Address:	PO Box 1299 Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1B8
Street Address:	52 King St Sioux Lookout
Location:	Located at King St in Sioux Lookout across the street from Madsen Motors Closest intersection is at King St and 4th Ave
Accessibility:	Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes:	Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- No automatic push button doors; Washroom -- Accessible with side holding bar ; Can meet client at designated accessible location if required
Hours:	Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Description:	Provides advocacy services to Indigenous people involved in the Canadian justice system and assistance to understand their rights, options and responsibilities when appearing before the courts, including couples who are separating and parents involved in child welfare matters Assists Indigenous people to understand their rights to speak on their own behalf or legal counsel, to better understand the nature of any charges against them and the philosophy and functioning of the criminal justice system Responds to the problems and special needs caused by communication barriers which exist between Indigenous people and those who are involved Ensures Indigenous people in Ontario have access to the best available legal and justice-related services prior to, during and following a court appearance
Fees:	None
Application:	Intake assessment required
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous individuals 18 years of age and older and their families Individuals in conflict with the Criminal or Family Justice System
Languages:	English
This information was last completely updated on: 7-15-2026
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