*PRE-ORDER, APPROX 2-4 BUSINESS DAYS* Restorative Justice in Canada An Introduction to Theory and Practice by Alana M. Abramson 9781774626382

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Restorative Justice in Canada examines the core values and principles that guide efforts to repair harm and restore relationships. Students are introduced to the underlying values of restorative justice, including empathy, healing, accountability, respect, and community and gain a deeper understanding of how these values shape both the theory and practice of restorative justice across Canada.

Opening each chapter with a profile of a Canadian who has been involved in restorative justice practices in Canada, this text helps students explore restorative justice’s transformative nature and how it works both within and beyond the legal system, also examining the practice of restorative justice in schools, workplaces, families, and communities.

Features such as Look Into It videos of real restorative justice cases with discussion questions and Think About It boxes with reflective prompts encourage critical thinking and place key concepts in real-world contexts. An essential resource for students in restorative justice, criminology, and peace and conflict studies who want to understand harm, accountability, and healing in a meaningful and just way.

• Look Into It… videos of real restorative justice cases with accompanying discussion questions

• Think About It… boxes containing multifaceted reflection questions for students

• Coverage of restorative justice practices in our courts, correctional facilities, and law enforcement agencies.  

• A chapter on restorative justice principles applied to workplace, family and community settings. 

• A chapter on the relationships between restorative justice and Indigenous-led justice, discussing differences and similarities with real-world examples.  

• Written from a decolonial lens, with a chapter on decolonizing restorative justice 

• Chapter-opening profiles and stories of individuals, organizations, and groups involved in restorative justice. 

• End-of-chapter summaries, key terms, reflective questions, and experiential learning activities. 

• Figures, photos, tables – all in full–colour design. 

Chapter 1: Understanding Restorative Justice and Key Concepts
Chapter 2: Honouring the Roots of Restorative Justice
Chapter 3: Restorative Justice Across Canada
Chapter 4: Restorative Justice and Law Enforcement
Chapter 5: Restorative Justice and the Courts
Chapter 6: Restorative Justice and Corrections
Chapter 7: Restorative Justice and Schools
Chapter 8: Restorative Justice and Post-secondary Education
Chapter 9: Restorative Justice and Serious Crime
Chapter 10: Restorative Justice and Indigenous Justice
Chapter 11: Decolonizing Restorative Justice
Chapter 12: Restorative Justice as a Way of Life: Workplace, Family & Community

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