Oskâpêwis Gladue Services is dedicated to advancing justice, equity and healing for indigenous communities across Turtle Island.
By providing meticulously crafted Gladue Reports, we support culturally relevant alternatives to incarceration, ensuring fair treatment in the justice system.
Rooted in restorative justice, our mission promotes healing, reconciliation, and the affirmation of Indigenous rights.
Gladue Reports are in-depth pre-sentencing or bail reports that provide context about the systemic factors affecting Indigenous individuals within the criminal justice system.
Named after the Supreme Court’s R. v. Gladue decision, these are submitted for the courts consideration to help understand the unique circumstances of Indigenous clients, often recommending culturally appropriate alternatives to incarceration to promote healing and justice.
At Oskâpêwis Gladue Services, our leadership is guided by a deep commitment to justice, equity and reconciliation for Indigenous communities across Canada.
Our executive team and board bring together diverse expertise and lived experiences, with a mandate to uphold Indigenous culture, representation and healing.
With over 75% of our board and staff identifying as First Nations, Metis or Inuit, we ensure that cultural authenticity and community-centered approaches shape every aspect of our work.
Meet the visionaries and advocates who are driving change in the justice system—committed to advancing fairness, promoting healing and empowering the next seven generations.
Join our mission to create impactful change in the justice system. Our training program equips participants with the skills and cultural knowledge to craft Gladue Reports that foster justice, healing, and reconciliation. Priority is given to Indigenous candidates, ensuring 75% or more of our writers are from Indigenous communities.
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Laura Leask, Muskiki Achakos Iskwew ("Medicine Star Woman"), is a dedicated advocate for Indigenous justice, corrections reform, and community empowerment. A proud member of the Sapotaweyak Cree Nation, Laura brings over two decades of experience in the criminal justice system, serving as a Correctional Officer with Correctional Service Canada for 20 years before transitioning into Gladue Report writing and Indigenous outreach.
Laura’s extensive background includes her role as an Indigenous Outreach Advisor for Helmets to Hardhats Canada, where she supports Indigenous Veterans in transitioning to careers in the skilled trades. She has also led large-scale community engagement initiatives, worked extensively in correctional interventions, and coordinated programs that bridge the gap between institutional corrections and Indigenous healing approaches.
Her leadership at Oskâpêwis is rooted in her deep commitment to justice, cultural integrity, and reconciliation, ensuring that Indigenous individuals receive equitable representation and access to restorative justice solutions.
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Privacy Policy for Oskâpêwis Gladue Services
Effective Date: February 14, 2025
1. Introduction
Oskâpêwis Gladue Services ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
Contact Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses.
Usage Information: Information collected through cookies and tracking technologies about your interactions with our website.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect personal information through:
Website forms (e.g., service inquiries, applications, newsletter sign-ups)
Participation in programs or services
Cookies and tracking technologies (e.g., Google Analytics)
4. Use of Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
Service Delivery: To process and deliver Gladue reports and related services
Donor Management: To manage donations and donor communications
Program Updates: To share newsletters, updates, and event information (users may opt-out anytime)
Legal Obligations: To share information with legal entities for the preparation of Gladue reports
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share personal information with:
Legal entities involved in the preparation of Gladue reports
Third-party service providers, including Google Analytics, Mailchimp, and donation platforms, solely for service delivery and communication purposes
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties
6. Data Storage and Retention
Personal information will be stored on local servers and secure cloud services.
Retention Policy Recommendation: Retain personal information for a minimum of 7 years, in accordance with legal standards for record-keeping. Review and securely dispose of data that is no longer necessary.
7. Security Measures
To protect personal information, we implement:
Encryption: Use of encryption for stored and transmitted data
Access Controls: Role-based access control with multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Regular Audits: Conduct security and privacy audits annually
Firewalls and Monitoring: Use of firewalls and intrusion detection systems (IDS)
Staff Training: Privacy and data security training for all employees
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website may collect information from minors only when submitted by an adult (e.g., a parent or guardian) as part of Gladue services inquiries. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors.
9. User Rights
Users have the following rights under PIPEDA:
Access: Request access to their personal information
Correction: Request correction of their personal information
Deletion: Request deletion of their personal information
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from newsletters and marketing communications
Request Process: Users can submit requests or complaints to our Privacy Officer, Laura Leask, at laura@oskpws.ca.
10. Indigenous Data Sovereignty Recommendation
In alignment with Oskâpêwis Gladue Services' commitment to Indigenous rights, we recommend adopting an Indigenous Data Sovereignty framework, including:
Consulting with Indigenous communities on data governance practices
Ensuring that data collected from Indigenous clients is stored and managed with respect for cultural protocols
Aligning data practices with OCAP® principles (Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession)
11. Compliance with PIPEDA
We comply with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and regularly update our privacy practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or website updates.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Name: Laura Leask
Email: laura@oskpws.ca
Phone: 604-308-5578
Approved by: Oskâpêwis Gladue Services Management
Effective Date: February 14, 2025
