Driving Social Justice.
Since the beginning, the John Howard Society of British Columbia has worked to build communities where fairness and human rights are real for everyone. We started by helping people connected to the legal system, and now we do much more – breaking down barriers and tackling social, economic, and health problems that impact people every day.
Fair and Inclusive Communities for Everyone
Justice isn’t just about laws or courts — it’s about fairness, respect, and opportunity at every stage of our lives. Real justice means everyone is included. That’s why we work with communities, governments, and partners to make sure marginalized voices are heard and real change happens across BC.
Challenging Injustice – Improving Equity
We work with people and communities facing inequality to break down systems that cause harm and keep people out. We confront inequity through policy change and innovation in housing, health, education, income, social supports, systemic racism and justice practice to advance the shifts needed for real justice.
Find Services Across British Columbia
We’re part of communities from the North Island to the Okanagan.
Each regional society offers programs that reflect local needs with care.
North Island
Providing services to youth, children, adults, and families with diverse needs.
Northern BC
Working with, and on behalf of persons impacted by the criminal justice system, including who are or have been incarcerated, their families, their victims, and their communities.
Okanagan-Kootenay
Assisting individuals experiencing a variety of challenges and social issues such as poverty, homelessness, mental health concerns, neurodevelopmental disabilities, and involvement in the criminal justice system.
Victoria
Empowering youth and adults through community programs and reintegration support.
Provincial BC
Offering the J.D. Hobden Bursary to justice-involved post-secondary students, as well as offering Record Suspension services in Lower Mainland and across the North, and Community Case Management services in Lower Mainland.
Get Involved
From mentoring youth to supporting housing programs,
your time creates real impact.
Our Impact
We measure success in lives transformed. Behind every statistic is a story of progress, and a person supported by a community that believes in their potential.
people supported through housing and community programs every year.
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individuals connected to meangingful employment annually.
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report greater stability, connection, and confidence
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building safer, more supportive communities across British Columbia.