For adults aged 18 and over at the time of the offence/incident.
Our Adult Programs help individuals take accountability for their actions while providing the tools for personal growth, healing, and reintegration into the community. We offer various programs to address needs such as substance awareness and victim reconciliation, all focused on fostering positive change.
Diversion Programs
Direct Accountability Program (DAP)
Referrals Accepted From:
Crown Attorney
Primary Contact:
Tajay Turner-Smith
Location Program Offered:
Oxford
Program Overview:
The Direct Accountability Program (DAP) offers an alternative to formal prosecution for individuals charged with eligible criminal offences. Participants take responsibility for their actions and complete community-based sanctions as a form of accountability.
Eligibility:
- Open to individuals 18 and older charged with an eligible offence.
- Referrals are made at the discretion of the Crown Attorney.
Program Expectations:
Participants must be willing to:
- Accept responsibility for their actions
- Make amends to the victim or community by completing an assigned sanction
Upon successful completion, the charge will be withdrawn.
Program Information:
Adult Federal Diversion (Drug Charges – Fee-for-Service)
Referrals Accepted From:
Federal Crown Attorney
Primary Contact:
Courtney Strickler
Location Program Offered:
Oxford
Program Overview:
The Adult Federal Diversion Program provides an alternative to formal prosecution for individuals charged with minor drug offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). This program offers community-based alternatives to the court process, helping participants take responsibility while avoiding a formal criminal record.
Who is Eligible?
✔ Adults 18+ charged with a minor drug offence (eligibility is determined by the Federal Crown Attorney)
✔ Individuals willing to accept responsibility for their actions
Program Expectations
✔ Complete all assigned sanctions.
✔ Pay the program fee-for-service.
Upon successful completion, the charge(s) will be withdrawn.
Adult Pre-Charge Diversion (fee-for-service)
Referrals Accepted From:
Oxford OPP & Woodstock Police Service
Primary Contact:
Rory Offen
Location Program Offered:
Oxford
Program Overview:
The Adult Pre-Charge Diversion Program allows police officers to address certain criminal behaviors without laying formal charges. This alternative approach holds individuals accountable through community-based sanctions while preventing a criminal record.
Who is Eligible?
✔ Adults 18+ who have committed a chargeable offence (eligibility is determined by the investigating officer)
Program Expectations:
✔ Accept responsibility for actions that led to the offence.
✔ Meet with a Caseworker to create a formal agreement outlining the required sanctions.
Upon successful completion, the pending charge(s) will not be formally laid.
Note: There may be a program fee, which can be discussed with a Caseworker during the intake meeting.
Program Information:
Restorative Practices and Community Programs
Victim-Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP)
Referrals Accepted From:
Crown Attorney
Primary Contact:
Rory Offen
Location Program Offered:
Oxford
Program Overview:
The Victim-Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP) follows Restorative Justice principles, providing a safe space for individuals impacted by a crime to come together. Through guided mediation, participants share experiences, acknowledge harm, and explore meaningful ways to repair relationships and move forward.
Who is Eligible?
✔ Adults 18+ charged with a criminal offence, as deemed suitable by the Crown Attorney
Program Expectations:
✔ Take accountability for actions that led to the offence
✔ Meet with the victim and mediators to engage in the reconciliation process
✔ Complete agreed-upon actions to make amends to the victim and/or community (if applicable)
Upon successful completion, charges will typically be withdrawn.
Participation is voluntary for all involved.
Program Information:
Adult Mediation Program
Referrals Accepted From:
Oxford OPP & Woodstock Police Service
Primary Contact:
Rory Offen
Location Program Offered:
Oxford
Program Overview:
The Adult Mediation Program provides a safe and structured environment for individuals in conflict to engage in open dialogue. With the support of trained mediators, participants share their perspectives, explore the impact of the conflict, and work toward a mutually acceptable resolution.
Who is Eligible?
✔ Adults 18+ experiencing conflict—criminal or non-criminal in nature
✔ Both parties must be willing to participate in mediation
Program Expectations:
✔ Share personal experiences and perspectives
✔ Listen actively and engage in constructive dialogue
✔ Work collaboratively to find a resolution
Mediators do not impose decisions—the goal is to facilitate understanding and help participants move forward.
Participation is voluntary for all involved.
Program Information:
Adult Anger Management Program (Fee-For-Service)
Referrals Accepted From:
Oxford OPP & Woodstock Police Service
Primary Contact:
Tajay Turner-Smith
Program Overview:
Our Adult Anger Management Program is available through a Fee-For-Service model, with flexible payment options for both group and individual sessions. We are committed to providing affordable and accessible support tailored to your needs.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help.
Program Structure:
The program consists of three structured sessions, each lasting 2.5 hours (including breaks).
Session 1: Awareness
- Exploring and defining anger
- Identifying influences and factors that contribute to anger
- Recognizing triggers and physical signs of anger
- Self-awareness
Session 2: Facts
- Exploring patterns and expression of anger
- Healthy versus unhealthy expression of anger
- Myths about anger
- Advantages and disadvantages of anger
- Costs and benefits of anger
- Effects of anger
Session 3: Skill Building
- Boundaries relating to anger
- Underlying needs
- Conflict styles
- Communication styles and skills
- Anger management techniques and strategies
Referral Forms: