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Program: Halton Youth Diversion Program

Organization: Halton Regional Police Service - Oakville - Headquarters
Description of Services: Youth Diversion Program offers an alternative to formal court proceedings for youth (ages 12–17) who commit less serious offences. It supports early intervention, accountability, and restorative outcomes under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (as an Extra Judicial Measure).

Eligible Offences Include:
  • shoplifting, vandalism, property damage
  • fraud, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle
  • minor assault, drug possession

Program Overview:
  • a youth officer schedules an intake meeting
  • parent/guardian attendance is encouraged
  • Youth signs a contract outlining behaviour expectations
  • conditions may include curfew, school attendance, community service, counselling, restitution, and more
  • duration: typically 3 months (can be extended if needed)
  • successful completion: no charges are laid
  • non-compliance: program ends, and charges proceed to Youth Court

The program works with local community agencies to support youth and families during this critical time.

Fees: None
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
  • there is enough evidence for a charge
  • Youth takes responsibility and agrees to participate
Application:

Referral from police officers
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English ; French ; Interpretive Services

Phone Numbers: Burlington: 905-825-4777 ext 2308;
Oakville: 905-825-47777 ext 2224;
Milton/Halton Hills: 905-825-4777 ext 2406
Teletype: 1-800-990-8199
Fax: 905-825-9416
Email: info@haltonpolice.ca
Website: www.haltonpolice.ca/en/services-and-reporting/cour...
Address: Halton Regional Police Service Headquarters
2485 North Service Rd W
Oakville, ON
L6M 3H8
Intersection: Bronte Rd and North Service Rd
Hours:

Administration Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm

 
This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 7/1/2025

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