The Family Justice Navigation Program (FJNP) provides comprehensive support and guidance to individuals navigating the family justice system. The Program is not a part of the court, and Family Justice Navigators are not court staff and offer impartial and objective support and guidance.
Through the provision of navigation services, the program aims to assist individuals involved in family law matters, such as separation/divorce, child custody, parenting time plans, and/or child support. As well, the program seeks to enhance access to justice, support, and guidance for individuals who may be experiencing, or at risk of, intimate partner violence (IPV).
The Family Justice Navigation Program goals are to:
You can access the program for support or guidance if you have questions or concerns related to family justice matters or the family court process.
Family Justice Navigators can:
Family Justice Navigators cannot:
To access the services of the Program, self-referrals are required.
You can access the program by contacting one of the Navigators directly via telephone or e-mail, as well as sending an inquiry to the program at info.FamilyJusticeNavigator@novascotia.ca or calling (902) 424-3444.
Ricky Paul (902-229-2951) Richard.Paul@novascotia.ca
Zack Gordon (902-717-0031) Zackary.Gordon@novascotia.ca
Cameron Rankin (902-219-0241) John.Rankin@novascotia.ca
There is no cost to access services or supports through the Family Justice Navigation Program.