Program: Youth Mental Health Court Worker Program
Organizations: Firefly
Firefly - Kenora - Head Office
Description of Services: Provides an alternative to the court process for youth with mental health issues and deemed appropriate for court diversion
  • Provides consultations to the Crown Attorney and develops service care plans
  • Assists youth to access mental health services and community supports including mental health and addiction services
NOTE: Crown may withdraw charges after youth's completion of mental health diversion program
Requirements
Fees: None
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
  • Youth 12-17 years of age

  • Evidence of a mental illness or is suspected of having mental health issues, traumatic brain injury, or developmental issues

  • Youth's mental health issue must be able to be effectively managed with the community

  • Youth has been charged with a Class 1 or less serious Class II type of offence OR

  • Is on current probation and receives a new divertible charge
Application:
  • Referrals accepted from any source

  • All referrals received by Firefly Youth Mental Health Court Worker
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English ; French
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 807-467-5437
Toll-Free: 1-800-465-7203
Fax: 807-467-5553
Email: info@fireflynw.ca
Website: www.fireflynw.ca/services/youth-mental-health-cour...
Address: 820 Lakeview Dr
Kenora, ON
P9N 3P7
Map
Location:
  • Located at Lakeview Dr across the street from Dairy Queen
  • Closest intersection is at Lakeview Dr and Belle Ave
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 2/21/2025