Mediation Services
Neighbourhood and Community Conflict
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Neighbourhood and Community Conflict
Conflict within our communities is natural, and can often benefit from intervention from a neutral third party.
Neighbourhood conflict encompasses a variety of situations in which individuals from the community find themselves in dispute with each other, regarding issues that may not be addressed by municipal bylaws or the Criminal Code. Some examples of this are property line issues, trees, offensive behaviors, and snow clearing.
Often the issues that are identified above are symptomatic of underlying concerns that can be addressed through mediation. Mediation allows neighbours who are in conflict with each other to discuss their concerns in a neutral and safe environment where they can be heard, and work towards an agreement that works for both of them.
Mediation Services is not accepting new community applications at this time.
We are taking a pause on accepting new files until October 1, 2025. This will allow our mediators to catch up on our existing files and provide the quality service we are committed to. If you are interested in conflict coaching or would like additional information, you can still contact our intake line at 204-925-3434 or clare@mswpg.ca to discuss your concerns and other options for resolution or referral.
We apologize for any inconvenience this pause in service may cause. Please check back in October for future updates.
For tips on how to approach your neighbour without third party help click here:
“I WOULD RECOMMEND MEDIATION SERVICES TO ANYONE HAVING CONFLICT WITH A NEIGHBOUR. IT’S A NEUTRAL PLACE WHERE YOU CAN EXPRESS YOUR FEELINGS, HEAR THE OTHER PERSON AND COME TO A RESOLUTION TOGETHER. WE NOW HAVE AN OPEN LINE OF COMMUNICATION WITH OUR NEIGHBOUR AND IT’S THANKS TO MEDIATION SERVICES.”
— FORMER NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT CLIENT