Know Justice

By: Blair Roberts
  • Summary

  • Conversations around justice and advocacy for those at risk of injustice. Brought to you by John Howard Society of Saskatchewan.
    2020 - Know Justice
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Episodes
  • Indigenous Storytelling Month: Justice Stories
    Mar 1 2022

    A HUGE thank you to Professor Patricia Elliott and the incredible students that took part in this project. We are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with you in order to share these stories. Special thanks to Bee Bird, Kaitlin Howie, Lori Deets, Crystal Greene, and Amber Bear for sharing your hard work with the Know Justice podcast audience. Thanks to all the students for their great work. The future of journalism and storytelling is in good hands! Visit the Indigenous Communications Arts website for more information about the program.

    Thanks to Elder Archie Weenie, Angel Whitford, Kim Beaudin, Coady Jipol, and Harold Johnson for sharing your experiences and expertise. We are so thankful to you for sharing your stories with us.

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    Know Justice is brought to you the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan. Visit our website to learn more about our justice work.

    Please subscribe and rate our podcast on whichever listening platform you use.

    You can connect with us any time on FacebookInstagramTwitter and LinkedIn

    If you have any suggestions, topic or guest ideas, or are just looking to connect, please send us a direct message on any one of our social media platforms.

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    51 mins
  • The Lasting Impacts of Addiction
    Sep 24 2021

    If you're struggling with addiction and looking for help, please visit the following websites to find support:

    • Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction: Addictions Treatment Helplines in Canada
    • The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health


    Thank you to Jason Mercredi for talking with us about his work with Prairie Harm Reduction. You can learn more about their work by visiting their website.

    Thank you to Meagan Jasper for sharing about her struggle with drug addiction and your journey towards healing. You can see the documentary STOP METHING AROUND featuring more of Meagan's story.

    Thank you to Susan Collins for her willingness to share her story of supporting her daughter with addiction. You can find her writing that was read during this episode at Life With Grief.

    Learn more about addiction, incarceration and the benefits of treatment here.

    Music credit for this episode to Audiobinger. This person makes beautiful tunes, so be sure to check them out!

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    Know Justice is brought to you the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan. Visit our website to learn more about our justice work.

    Please subscribe and rate our podcast on whichever listening platform you use.

    You can connect with us any time on FacebookInstagramTwitter and LinkedIn

    If you have any suggestions, topic or guest ideas, or are just looking to connect, please send us a direct message on any one of our social media platforms.

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    41 mins
  • Life After Prison: Housing & Support Once You Leave
    May 18 2021

    If you're struggling with your mental health and thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help. Call Crisis Services Canada at 1-833-456-4566, or text 45645, to receive help. Find the services that are right for you in Saskatchewan. If you're from another part of the world, google services local to you and find help. You are not alone, and there is hope for a better tomorrow.

    Thank you to Kayleigh Lafontaine, Brittney Chartrand, Julia Mudrey and "Joe".

    Read more about former inmates exiting prison into homelessness here.

    To read the study referenced at the beginning, click here.

    Visit Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan's website to learn more about Kayleigh and the incredible work done by their team.

    Learn more about the Saskatchewan Income Support, and some of the challenges advocates see with the program. 

    Music credit for this episode to Audiobinger. This person makes beautiful tunes, so be sure to check them out!

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    Know Justice is brought to you the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan. Visit our website to learn more about our justice work.

    Please subscribe and rate our podcast on whichever listening platform you use.

    You can connect with us any time on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. 

    If you have any suggestions, topic or guest ideas, or are just looking to connect, please send us a direct message on any one of our social media platforms.

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    45 mins

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