Organization: Elizabeth Fry Society of Ottawa
Phone Numbers: 613-237-7427 * Ottawa Courthouse Office 613-239-1117
Toll-Free: 1-800-611-4755
Fax: 613-237-8312
Email: info@efryottawa.com
Website: www.efryottawa.com
Address:
The Bronson Centre
211 Bronson Ave, Suite 311
Ottawa, ON
K1R 6H5
Intersection: Bronson Ave and Laurier Ave W
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Counsellors and caseworkers availability Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Executives: Betsy Chaly - Executive Director
613-237-7427 ext 102 * Betsy.Chaly@efryottawa.com
Public Contacts: Mary Kariuki - Interim Office Administration
613-237-7427 ext 112 * office.manager@efryottawa.com
Service Description: Offers a range of residential, reintegration, and community programs supporting women and gender-diverse people who have been or may become criminalized

The residential programs provide safe, supportive housing through JF Norwood House, a transition residence, and Lotus House, a bail residence

Reintegration services include individualized support, counselling, and group programs focused on emotion regulation, relapse prevention and theft prevention * also provides community-based services such as court support, direct accountability alternatives, housing support, and programs specifically designed for youth

In addition to structured programs, the Drop-In Social offers a welcoming space where individuals can access basic needs, advocacy, and referrals * the team works both in the community and inside institutions such as the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre, providing direct support to those preparing for release * visit their website for more information



Fees: None
Application: Call to apply
Eligibility / Target Population: Women 12 years and older who have been or who may come in conflict with the law
Languages: English ; French (limited)
Area Served: Ottawa (City of) and rural Eastern Ontario
See Also: Criminal Justice Outreach
Last Updated: 3/3/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=210367

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