Restorative Neighbourhood Initiave through the
Peace Circle Initiative

We are excited to say that Hastings-Sunrise is the first Restorative Neighbourhood in Vancouver. As one of the lead organizations of this initiative, Frog Hollow is at the heart of where restorative practices are unfolding in our neighbourhood.  The Restorative Neighbourhood Initiative invites us to find new ways of living in community. We are holding dialogue circles and inspiring actions to build a safer, more empowered and interconnected community. A restorative approach is about restoring balance in our relationships with each other and ourselves and with the land.
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This project is part of a larger collaborative initiative led by three local organizations: Hastings Sunrise Community Policing Centre (HSCPC), Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, Peace of the Circle.
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As part of this work, The Restorative Collective Vancouver has been formed, led by Dr. Evelyn Zellerer from Peace of the Circle. This collective includes the diverse voices and wisdom from 40 organizations who come together to guide Vancouver in becoming a Restorative City. As well, the HSCPC launched the Bridging Divides program — a way to support residents, workplaces, and organizations in resolving conflicts and repairing relationships through restorative practices such as peace circles. A Peace Circle is a method to conduct conversations that incorporate Indigenous land-based and trauma-informed practices. This approach focuses on healing rather than punishment. Together, we’re working to create a community where connection, dialogue, and mutual understanding are at the heart of how we respond to conflict and build relationships.
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The Restorative Neighbourhood Initiative invites you to come dream and create the community you want to live in. We cannot build what we cannot vision. Come meet us in circle where all voices are equal and valued.

Restorative Vancouver: https://peaceofthecircle.com/restorativevancouver
The Restorative City Framework:  https://peaceofthecircle.com/restorativecityframework          
Bridging Divides info pamphlet: bridging-divides-about-hi-res.pdf               Bridging Divides at HSCPC info and intake form: Restorative Justice Program – Bridging Divides | Hastings Sunrise Community Policing Centre