Join us for a presentation by award-winning authour and TedX international speaker Shannon Moroney, MA RSW. Shannon will speak about the impactful world of restorative justice and how advocacy can serve as a bridge to understanding and reconciliation in communities. Shannon highlights her experiences as an advocate and the successes of restorative practices in various settings. Audiences will leave equipped with insights into how they can actively participate in and promote justice and healing in their own communities and beyond.

Lanark County Community Justice is hosting two talks by Shannon during Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2025. All are welcome: Professionals who work with victims/survivors of crime, parents, caregivers, student councils, educators, municipal representatives, justice service providers (police, legal, crown) and victim/survivor service providers and victims and survivors of crime and those who have been impacted by crime. Reserve your free ticket by clicking on one of the links below. There will be time for questions after the talk.

These events are presented in partnership with the Department of Justice, Victims and Survivors Crime Week, Lanark County Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Committee, the Perth Community Response Working Group, and the Perth and District Community Foundation.

Win a Handcrafted Garden Shed! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that we are selling tickets for a chance to win a beautifully handcrafted garden shed, thanks to the incredible craftsmanship of the Heritage Carpentry and Joinery Program at Algonquin College Perth.
This 6 foot by 10 foot garden shed is a masterpiece with its Tudor revival details. It features siding and trim made from eastern white pine, charming 6 pane double fixed windows with transoms, and a stunning Tudor revival eyebrow dormer with a small oculus quatrefoil window adorned with carved thistles.

​Not only will you have a chance to own this unique and elegant garden shed, but all proceeds from the ticket sales will support Lanark County Community Justice, making it a win-win for everyone!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your garden while supporting a great cause. Get your tickets now!
 
$20 buys you one ticket to win the shed.
 
Winning ticket includes transportation for the shed anywhere in Lanark County or the Town of Smiths Falls and must be easily accessible by regular truck and trailer

Draw will take place on June 27th, 2025 at 12:00pm 

Lanark County Community Justice (LCCJ) is pleased to launch its first Restorative Justice Fundraising Concert Series. 
For over 20 years, LCCJ has been working with police, the Crown, and defense and duty counsel to deliver restorative justice forums for youth and adults in Lanark County. The results speak for themselves: quicker resolution of cases, lower recidivism rates, and more meaningful opportunities to repair the harm done to individuals and the community.
“Although partially funded by government and social services agencies, we need the support of individual donors and corporate sponsors to deliver our restorative justice programs across the county.” says Executive Director Joellen McHard.
With the energy and talent of local musicians, LCCJ hopes to raise $3,000 through three concerts taking place in April, May and June.
 
Here's the line-up for the Restorative Justice Fundraising Concert Series:

• The April 26th 7pm concert features Doug Barr, a local singer/songwriter with a passion for the environment, off-grid living and storytelling through original lyric-based music. A festival favorite here in Lanark County, Doug has years of experience writing music and performing for all ages. This event will be held at the Oakfield Rugby Club in Perth.
• On May 10th 7pm come enjoy LONG SAULT TRIO at Branch 244 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Perth. This trio was formed on the grassy banks of Long Sault Creek in McDonald’s Corners, and their music meanders through folk with hints of blues, jazz and traditional styles. Members include Lanark County locals Victor Maltly, David Tilston, and Linda Marie Grenier. A perfect event to celebrate Mother’s Day!
• The June 7th 7pm concert will feature the Lioness of Lanark, songstress Ali McCormick– Come to the newly renovated Ferguson Falls Community Centre to hear Ali’s heartwarming tales of growing up in Lanark County and her wanders into the far mountains of Western Canada.

 Tickets are available on ticketsplease.ca at $25 plus tax and fees.
 For more information please visit the Lanark County Community Justice website at Commjustice.org
 For more questions about Lanark County Community Justice programs and services, or interest in becoming a individual or corporate sponsor please contact Joellen McHard at 613-264-1558.

In honour of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week (November 22nd 2020 - November 28th 2020), LCCJ has prepared some engaging activities that we are excited to share with you! 

On Nov. 19th 2020: 
Join us for a Radio Interview on Lake 88.1 @ 4:30pm. Guest Speaker Marlee Liss, Founder & Author of Re-Humanize, will be providing a brief recount of her experiences with the Restorative Justice forum that resolved her case. There is no registration required, we hope you'll tune in! 

On Nov. 26th 2020: 
TO REGISTER - Please note: there is an attendance cap on these events, secure your spot early by 
emailing Rayna at rayna@commjustice.org, or by visiting our Eventbright Page prior to November 25th. 
There are 2 Events taking place on November 26th 2020:
Event 1: Starting at 11am, join Marlee Liss and Crown Attorney, Cara Sweeney over Zoom where they will share the value of restorative justice to address sexual assault in the criminal justice system.
Event 2: Stating at 1pm, along with her mother, Barbie Liss, Marlee will lead a 2 hour Restorative Justice Integrated Workshop over Zoom.
A brief outline of our Restorative Justice Integrated Workshop: 

• Educational Component: What is restorative justice? We will be exploring the definition, principles, roots and benefits of Restorative Justice as well as addressing myths about it. 
• Interactive Component: Participants reflect on themes of forgiveness, repair and accountability within their own lives. Restorative approaches to justice are explored within varying contexts of their own lives; embodied learning strategies include reflection through writing, partner/group sharing, and mindfulness practices, including meditation and visualization. 
• Integrative Component: The group comes together to mastermind ways to implement restorative principles into their daily lives; participants collectively create a toolkit of strategies and potential actionable changes to implement restorative justices into their daily lives. 
• Summation: Closing circle with space for sharing. 

About our Guest Speaker: 
Marlee Liss, www.marleeliss.com
Marlee has worked with countless beings internationally to inspire transformative healing. She published a book about her journey through sexual violence, trauma and transformation in 2017. Marlee is a rape survivor who participated in a Restorative Justice forum to resolve her case. 
Re-Humanize Movement, www.rehumanizemovement.com 
Marlee Liss founded the Re-Humanize Movement with her mother, in 2019 after experiencing a profoundly healing Restorative Justice process for sexual harm. Along with her mother, Barbie Liss, Marlee will lead a 2 hour Restorative Justice Integrated Workshop on Nov. 26th.