Recent News
We have launched the world’s first Restorative City Framework!
Dear friends, We have launched the world’s first Restorative City Framework! Be inspired by: Highlights of our in-person event Virtual public webinar Restorative approaches being implemented in diverse ways Awards and funding An invitation to join the movement We are…
Launching the World’s First Restorative City Framework!
Be inspired by highlights in this video of our special Restorative Vancouver event and be part of launching the world’s first Restorative City Framework!
Virtual launch of the Restorative City Framework
Watch the video of the Virtual launch of the World’s First Restorative City Framework.
Our Leadership, Community Building, and Vision honoured by the Social Planning and Research Council of B.C.
Our Leadership, Community Building, and Vision honoured by the Social Planning and Research Council of B.C. Three Deryck Thomson Awards, SPARC BC’s highest honour, were awarded June 10, 2026 Restorative Collective Vancouver received an award for leadership in…
Restorative Approaches Offer a Solution
We are grateful to each and every one of you for connecting with us. May our offerings provide inspiration and ignite our power to create a greater conscious reality for all our relations. In this issue, we spotlight the effectiveness of restorative justice. We also…
Creating a Greater Future Together
As we start this new year, we reflect with gratitude and celebrate how much we’ve achieved, how far our movement has come. Thank you for you and for being part of our growing Circle! In this special annual issue, we offer highlights of the year. May this provide…
Stewarding the Vision – Restorative Vancouver
In this issue, we share recent highlights of Vancouver becoming a Restorative City and offer resources, with a spotlight on restorative justice. May this provide inspiration and remind us of the power that comes from walking in relationship and care for one another….
Peacemaking: Neighbourhoods, Cities, and Nations
It is inspiring to walk alongside so many fabulous leaders, communities, and organizations who are cultivating peacemaking and restorative justice. In this issue, we offer highlights from recent trainings, moving toward a Restorative City in Vancouver, Indigenous…
Peacemaking Connection, Encouragement & Inspiration
It is uplifting to be in Circle with many people, communities and organizations creating spaces for peacemaking and restorative justice. May the news and resources we share provide connection, encouragement and inspiration. You are not alone and you are loved. This…
Peacemaking & Resources
We hope to inspire and uplift you with recent highlights of our peacemaking journey, along with offering resources and upcoming conferences (including in Cyprus and Greece!). Our first Restorative Neighbourhood initiative, Hastings Sunrise, is progressing well. This…
Peacemaking in 2024
May you enjoy our annual tradition of sharing highlights of the year, appreciating the many hearts and hands we are privileged to work with and who impact our peacemaking journey. We look forward to flourishing together in 2025! Enjoy the following highlights below:…
Peacemaking News & Resources
As the year draws to a close, we feel gratitude for so many people, gatherings, and accomplishments to celebrate! We share some of our news from the last couple of months and lots of resources to check out. Below you will find: Restorative City Vancouver Updates…
Restorative Justice Week – Events & Resources
Restorative Justice Week is celebrated the third week of November since 1996 starting in Canada and expanding globally ever since! International #RJWeek 2024, November 17-23, is a wonderful opportunity to connect, raise awareness, learn, and explore diverse…
Summer News & Resources
A new season is upon us and we are moving into an intentionally created restorative part of our summer. Before we take a pause, we are thrilled to share Restorative City Vancouver updates, work with organizations and communities, as well as upcoming events and free…
Peacemaking News & Restorative Resources
We are delighted to share uplifting news with you, along with impactful progress on our Restorative City Vancouver journey and our work with programs and communities. Keep reading and you’ll also find more restorative resources and international events. Below…
Funding For Restorative Neighbourhood!
Hot off the press – exciting news! We are receiving a restorative justice grant from the Law Foundation of BC and Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General for our inaugural Restorative Neighbourhood – Hastings Sunrise. This grant is part of the $3 million…
Our Year of Peacemaking 2023
As is our tradition, we curated our highlights of the year to acknowledge and invite you on our peacemaking journey. You can see our annual highlights since 2018 on our About webpage. It was a tremendous year full of diverse, cross-sector Circles and momentum:…
Publication – Restorative Cities In the World
We’re excited to announce this publication is now available! Click on the title below to download it as a PDF: “A Journey Around Restorative Cities in the World: a travel guide”, European Forum For Restorative Justice (2023) Vancouver is one of 10 featured cities,…
Restorative City Vancouver is Growing (Sept-Dec 2023)
Dear Friends, Thank you for being part of our growing and global Circle! We are excited to share Restorative City Vancouver updates with you, for September-December 2023, as well as offer hope and celebration. In this issue: Our First Restorative Neighbourhood…
Dr. Evelyn Zellerer Honoured with 2023 Restorative Justice Award
Peace of the Circle is thrilled to share some extraordinary news! On November 4, Dr. Evelyn Zellerer, was honored with the 2023 Restorative Justice Award 2023 from the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Dr. Zellerer’s dedication to her work has not only…