Restorative Engagement on Systemic Racism
Class Members can choose to take part in Restorative Engagement to share their experiences, impacts and insights.
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About Restorative Engagement
Restorative Engagement (RE) on Systemic Racism is a key component of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Systemic Racism Class Action Final Settlement.
The program gives Class Members opportunities to share their experiences of racial discrimination and racial harassment, while supporting a more inclusive, respectful and equitable CAF culture.
Rooted in restorative approaches and informed by Indigenous teachings that emphasize relationships, accountability, dignity, and balance, Restorative Engagement focuses on understanding the impacts of harm and contributing to a more inclusive future.
The Defence Community Support and Resource Centre (DCSRC) was identified and entrusted with designing and implementing RE on Systemic Racism.
While restorative approaches can be applied to many forms of harm, the DCSRC recognizes the unique causes and impacts of racism and discrimination. The program is designed specifically for the Systemic Racism Class Action and is informed by anti-racism and anti-oppression principles.
Who can participate
Participation in Restorative Engagement is voluntary. It’s available to people who have been assessed as Class Members through the CAF Systemic Racism Class Action claims process.
You can choose whether to participate, and you can decide what level and form of participation is right for you.
What to expect
You can make informed choices about the level and form of engagement that feels right for you. Options may include individual or group sessions, virtually or in person where available.
Bringing someone to support you
You can choose to have a support person, such as a partner or relative, take part with you. They must complete the required preparation activities and participation forms before attending.
Defence Representatives
Defence Representatives take part to listen and learn from Class Members’ experiences and insights and contribute to culture change within the CAF.
Before meeting with Class Members, they complete preparation about racial discrimination and racial harassment and their role in Restorative Engagement.
Confidentiality and privacy
Participation in Restorative Engagement is confidential and private, within legal limitations. Before you participate, you’ll receive information about confidentiality, privacy and any circumstances in which information may need to be shared.
Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act.
How to participate
Participate in Restorative Engagement
You don’t need to apply separately for Restorative Engagement.
Restorative Engagement will be offered to you if you’re assessed as a Class Member by the Claims Administrator after your claim is approved.
Learn about the claim process:
Learn more
If you’d like more information before deciding whether to participate, you can:
- Email the confidential mailbox: SRCARE-RCRSDR@forces.gc.ca
- Attend an information session
Become a Defence Representative
If you’re interested in becoming a Defence Representative, complete the interest form.
Help us improve
You can share feedback or make a complaint about your experience with the DCSRC. Your feedback can help us identify ways to improve our services.