About Reintegration Through Relationship Society
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Reintegration Through Relationship Society is a registered non-profit organization in British Columbia committed to community healing by providing essential reintegration support for incarcerated men and those returning to society. Our mission is to empower individuals through trauma-informed programs which include individual and grou
The Reintegration Through Relationship Society is a registered non-profit organization in British Columbia committed to community healing by providing essential reintegration support for incarcerated men and those returning to society. Our mission is to empower individuals through trauma-informed programs which include individual and group counselling, bursaries for children of incarcerated parents, and continuing education/supervision opportunities for clinicians specializing in trauma-informed care with this population. We believe in the profound impact of relationships as a catalyst for change, enhancing not only individual lives but also the safety and well-being of our communities. By addressing trauma and promoting healing through prosocial and purposeful connections, we aim to reduce recidivism, break the cycle of trauma, and build a brighter, safer future for all.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Reintegration Through Relationship Society envisions a world where justice-involved individuals receive essential reintegration support through compassionate, ethical, and trauma-informed programs. By centering on relational connection, personal accountability, and human dignity, we create pathways to community healing and meaningful
The Reintegration Through Relationship Society envisions a world where justice-involved individuals receive essential reintegration support through compassionate, ethical, and trauma-informed programs. By centering on relational connection, personal accountability, and human dignity, we create pathways to community healing and meaningful reintegration. Our mission is to transform punitive systems into opportunities for growth, ultimately restoring both individuals and communities through the power of living in right relationship.
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
At the heart of the Reintegration Through Relationship Society is the belief that connection is the catalyst for change. We recognize harmful behaviour often stems from unaddressed trauma, unmet needs, and disrupted attachment, and healing must occur in the context of safe, respectful, and attuned relationships. Our approach is rooted in:
At the heart of the Reintegration Through Relationship Society is the belief that connection is the catalyst for change. We recognize harmful behaviour often stems from unaddressed trauma, unmet needs, and disrupted attachment, and healing must occur in the context of safe, respectful, and attuned relationships. Our approach is rooted in:
Trauma-Informed Practice: We understand the impacts of trauma across the lifespan and acknowledge the role systemic, interpersonal, and intergenerational harm plays in shaping behaviour. Our trauma-informed programs emphasize safety, choice, collaboration, trust, and empowerment at every level of service delivery.
Relational Ethics: We center relational accountability, mutual respect, and reflective practice as essential tools in both client support and professional development. We believe relationships built on consistency, compassion, and boundaries foster the conditions needed for change and community healing.
Cultural Humility and Decolonization: We are committed to ongoing learning, unlearning, and advocating for practices which challenge colonial narratives of justice. We center Indigenous knowledge systems, prioritize cultural safety, and create space for communities to define what healing and reintegration support look like on their own terms.
Wholistic Wellbeing: We approach reintegration through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens, acknowledging the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, relational, sexual, and spiritual health. Our programming fosters whole-person development, not just behaviour modification.
Humanization of Care: We reject dehumanizing labels and punitive frameworks. We see each individual as more than their worst act—worthy of support, dignity, and the opportunity to create new relational narratives. It is our philosophy that trauma does not excuse behaviour, but it does help us to better understand behaviour and plan for more effective outcomes going forward. Through education, advocacy, and community-based programming, we seek to rebuild relationships, reduce recidivism, and reimagine justice through the healing power of connection. We are inclusive of race, culture, and sexual identities. While we currently offer services to those incarcerated in male facilities, we acknowledge and offer tailored affirmative support to the transgender and Two-Spirited individuals who reside there, regardless of documented gender identity.
Our Team
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our team comprises licensed clinicians and practicum students who specialize in various areas such as emotional regulation, addiction, relational dysfunction, and trauma—including childhood trauma, adult-incurred trauma, intergenerational trauma, and sexual trauma. We also address stress-related disorders and problematic sexual behaviour.
Our team comprises licensed clinicians and practicum students who specialize in various areas such as emotional regulation, addiction, relational dysfunction, and trauma—including childhood trauma, adult-incurred trauma, intergenerational trauma, and sexual trauma. We also address stress-related disorders and problematic sexual behaviour. Committed to community healing, we provide personalized wholistic care to each of our clients while offering reintegration support through trauma-informed programs. Additionally, we are dedicated to ongoing training and education to stay current with the latest research and techniques.