Mediation
Services

Comprehensive Dispute Resolution

Our mission is to improve lives by transforming conflict.

Conflicts are a natural part of life, yet the experience of dealing with  conflict is emotionally draining, time-consuming, and costly if it escalates to the legal system.

Resolving a conflict on your own can be challenging, this is why Turning Points mediation services help people to effectively resolve conflicts that are causing them hardship .

 

 

Why Mediation Works

Mediation provides a safe and confidential solution to resolving conflicts and disputes. Our mediators are non- judgemental , neutral and they help guide our clients to a fast, long lasting and mutually satisfying resolution to ongoing disputes.

Cost Effective

Protects And Preserves Professional And Personal Relationships

Customized Resolutions & Agreements

Mutually Agreeable Outcomes

Less Stress & Healthier Work Environment

 

Our Process

Non-Judgemental – Confidential – Empowering – Timely

Turning Points believes in the empowerment of all parties to actively resolve conflicts. Our experienced mediators help guide you in resolving conflicts equitably and ensure all parties’ concerns and cares have been addressed formally.

1. Listen

Our mediators understand the importance of being heard

2. Communicate

Our mediators facilitate effective communication between parties

3. Problem Solve

Our mediators focus on reaching solutions acceptable to each party

4. Transform

Our mediators empower parties to resolve conflicts and transform or repair relationships

Training & Workshops

Turning Points is proud to offer skills for life, our conflict-coaching and conflict-management training is available for individuals and groups. We help provide the skills necessary to help you resolve conflicts in both your professional and personal life

Do You Have Any Questions?

We understand how important it is to make an informed decision. We are available to answer any questions you may have.

How Much Does Mediation Cost?

Our first focus is to make sure you can receive timely and relevant information and to discuss your options for moving forward. There is no charge for our initial consultation.

Once mediation is agreed upon the costs are usually divided by both parties engaged in the mediation or, as is often is the case, your employer may cover mediation fees.

Costs are based upon an hourly fee or pre-set with the engaging parties.

In specific cases, to help reduce the burden and make the confflict  mediatiion accessible , Turning Points  will also offer a sliding scale  rate based upon income

Is Mediation Really Confidential?
Confidientiallity is critical to a successfuel dispute or conflict resolution process. All participants will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement to ensure all parties can speak freely and honestly.
Does Mediation Really Work?

Mediation and Conflict Resolution has a proven and documented success rate of approximately 80% for most types of disputes.

Mediation is voluntary and must be agreed upon by all paricipants. This willingness to resolve disputes and prevent future conflicts makes mediation an excellent solution in almost all cases of dispute.

Does A Mediatior Act As A Judge?
A Mediatiors job is to help faciltate open and direct communication to help resolve conflicts. The Mediator is non-jundgemental and neutral. All conflicts are resolved by mutual agreement
Are Mediated Agreements Binding?
There are different forms and outcomes of a mediated agreement. Generally Mediation agreements are not legally binding unless both parties agree to the terms and sign their memorandum of understanding, at which point it becomes a contract.
Can We Meet FIrst?
We understand the importance of choosing the right mediator to help in resolving conflicts and disputes. We offer a free initial consultation to assess your requirements and help ensure we are the right fit for your needs.

Reach Out To Us

If you have any questions, or if you would like to discuss  a dispute or conflict ,  please contact us by phone or fill out the contact form below.

The Beaches, Toronto, ON

+1-416-878-7681