Justice for Children and Youth
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55 University Ave 15th Fl
Toronto, ON
M5J 2H7
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416-920-1633
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Toll-Free: 1-866-999-5329
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Fax: 416-920-5855
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm
Last update: May 27, 2024: Suggest an edit
Application
By telephone

Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Children and youth 17 years and under


  • their parents only for special education matters

  • must meet financial eligibility guidelines

  • clients must sign retainer

  • Street Youth Legal Services -- homeless and street involved youth 16-24 years


Fees
Services -- free


  • clients may be required to pay court costs

Contacts
Karien Gibson - Operations Manager

Languages
English ; French

Accessibility Note
Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Elevator with braille features

Description of Services:
Community legal clinic
  • legal representation in many areas of law including education, criminal matters, child welfare, human rights, financial assistance or support and leaving home
  • legal information and assistance to youth, professionals and community groups
  • also to parents in limited circumstances
  • community development and outreach
  • advocacy
  • seminars/workshops
  • accepts collect calls
  • funded by Legal Aid Ontario
Street Youth Legal Services (SYLS) - legal advice and outreach to street-involved youth at shelters and youth services

Childhood Arrivals Support and Advocacy (CASA) - outreach, legal representation and support for young people up to 25, who arrived in Canada and live in Ontario without immigration status

Your Way Forward - expanded and enhanced services to survivors of gender-based violence
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Last update: May 27, 2024: Suggest an edit

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