The executive committee of the Good Neighbour free volunteer-run mediation program thanks Nelson Police Chief Wayne Holland for his ongoing support and the police advisory board its approval for referrals from Police and By-Laws services.  The advisory board gave approval after examining the Good Neighbour Program curriculum, training and protocols in place. This program was initiated by Transition Nelson Society and developed in partnership with the Mir Centre for Peace of Selkirk College.

The Good Neighbour Program provides mediation services by a team of 12 volunteer mediators. The principle of mediation does not implicate determining right and wrong, nor a winner and loser. Spokesperson Andre Piver explains: “Mediators are entirely neutral and help disputants to understand and feel understood as well as to arrive at an agreement only if it is mutually acceptable. There is no giving up of individual sovereignty.”

Answers to frequently asked questions may be found here.  Access to free mediation is available by calling: 250.551.0262