The evaluation report showed a high level of satisfaction with the overall practicum by participating mediators. The second component of the Program is to provide mediation services to assist people in resolving disputes early in the court process, before a judicial settlement conference takes place. This component of the Program is offered in the Robson Square, Surrey, Nanaimo and Delta registries. To view a Dispute Resolution Office bulletin which describes the Small Claims Court Mediation Practicum Program click here . To view the full text of the evaluation of the Court Mediation Practicum Project as a Training Program click here .
Mediation is free to the participants.
One objective of the program is to resolve issues between MCF and parents as collaboratively as circumstances allow. This program is currently available in 17 locations around the province.