Strengthen Our Youth, Strengthen Their Future.​

Vision
An accessible community leader positively impacting all youth.

Mission
Supporting all youth to make positive life decisions through preventative services, education, and encouragement.

Empower Youth Today
to Build Stronger Tomorrows

Every Young Person Deserves a Chance

At Youth Diversion, we support children, youth, and young adults ages 6 to 26 across Windsor and Essex County with the tools they need to make positive choices, overcome challenges, and build a brighter future.

Whether they’re struggling in school, navigating peer pressure, facing charges, or just need someone to listen—we’re here.

Our programs help young people take accountability, build self-confidence, and develop the life skills they need to move forward—stronger, wiser, and more prepared for what’s ahead.

What We Do

We offer prevention, intervention, and education programs tailored to meet youth where they’re at. We proudly serve:

  • Young people involved in or at risk of involvement in the justice system
  • Newcomers, immigrants, and refugees
  • Youth with intellectual or developmental disabilities
  • Children and teens facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges

Through one-on-one support, school presentations, community referrals, and restorative justice programs, we create opportunities for growth, reflection, and change.

Why It Matters

When youth are supported early and consistently, they’re more likely to succeed—not just in school, but in life. At Youth Diversion, we work alongside families, schools, police, and community partners to create safer, stronger communities—one young person at a time.

Let’s Work Together

Whether you’re a parent, educator, service provider, or young person yourself—we want to hear from you.

Let’s create a future full of opportunity, hope, and second chances.

Facts and Figures

Extrajudicial Measures - EJM
Successful Rate
83%
  • 108 Referrals 2024/25 Fiscal | 68% Increase from 2023/24 Fiscal
  • 209 Measures Assigned | Most Common Measures: Rebound, 1:1 Social Skills, and Anger Management
Extrajudicial Sanctions - EJS
Successful Rate
83%
  • 43 Referrals in 2024/25 Fiscal | 28% Decrease from 2023/24 Fiscal
  • 104 Sanctions Assigned | Most Commonly: Rebound & 1:1 Social Skills
Youth Outreach Program - YOP
Successful Rate
96%
  • 296 Referrals in 2024/25 Fiscal
  • 280% Increase from 2023/24 Fiscal
Community Presentations
  • 123 Presentations Facilitated – 30% Decrease from 2023/24 Fiscal
  • 7000 Parents, Young People, Professionals Reached
  • Most popular: #KYPP, Beyond Bullying, and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Social Media and Your Kid

Sponsors

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