Shoplifting Prevention Program in Kelowna.
Self-Reflecting, not re-Offending.
The Shoplifting Prevention Program is an alternative justice intervention for adults who have shoplifted and accepted responsibility. The program focuses on education and self-reflection rather than punishment, helping participants understand their behaviour and develop strategies to change it.
Understanding and changing behaviour.
The John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay has delivered the Shoplifting Prevention Program since 2010. The program is an education-based response that addresses behaviour in a way that a fine or charge alone does not. Participants learn about themselves, develop practical skills, and leave with tools they can use. The goal is not just to resolve an incident but to prevent future ones.Referrals are accepted from the Central Okanagan RCMP and Crown Counsel.
The Program
Education-based program for adults who have shoplifted and accepted responsibility.
Shoplifting Prevention Program
Self-reflect on the reasons behind the behaviour and how to change it.
Learn how thoughts and emotions affect actions.
Develop strategies to manage impulses.
Understand the impact of shoplifting on businesses, consumers, and the community.
Build life skills that reduce the chance of reoffending.
Structured process: referral, meeting, program agreement, completion, evaluation, report to referring agency.
Location: Kelowna.
Eligibility
Shoplifting Prevention is open to:
Adults 18+ referred by Central Okanagan RCMP or Crown Counsel.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Shoplifting Prevention in Kelowna.
Referrals are accepted from the Central Okanagan RCMP and Crown Counsel.
In many cases, yes. The program can serve as an alternative to the formal court process for eligible participants who complete it successfully.
Once the referral is received, you will meet with program staff, create a program agreement, and work through the educational components. After completion, an evaluation is conducted and a report is sent to the referring agency.
No. The program is education-based and focused on understanding behaviour, developing skills, and taking responsibility.
The length varies depending on individual circumstances.