Community Legal Clinic intake -- Mon, Wed, Fri 10 am-3 pm, other times by appointment
Last update: Dec 7, 2023: Suggest an edit
Application
Call or visit website for information
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
For Aboriginal people (status or non-status), Métis and Inuit
Fees
None
Contacts
Chantell Barker - Executive Director 416-408-4041 ext 299 Christa Big Canoe - Director of Legal Advocacy 416-408-3967 ext 225
Languages
English ; French
Accessibility Note
Wheelchair accessible building including barrier free washroom
Description of Services:
Community Legal Clinic 416-408-4041, fax 416-408-1568
deals primarily with landlord and tenant issues, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Plan (ODSP), Canada Pension Plan Disability (CPPD), human rights, police complaints, criminal injuries compensation, poverty law, Indian Act
no criminal or family law
may provide representation
referrals to lawyers in private practice where appropriate
law reform and public legal education activities
funded by Legal Aid Ontario
Aboriginal Court Worker Program -- support to those appearing in court
assistance in finding lawyers and contacting family members
referrals
available at all criminal courts in Toronto
Community Council Program
criminal diversion program for young and adult Aboriginal offenders charged with a wide variety of offences
substitutes court appearance with an appearance before community members, with a disposition focusing on culture, tradition and healing
Gladue (Aboriginal Persons) Courts -- support available at Old City Hall, College Park and 1000 Finch Ave W courts
Gladue Writer/Caseworker -- call for information
Giiwedin Anang Council
Aboriginal alternative dispute resolution for families involved in the child welfare system
family counselling delivered by community Elders and members focus on traditional teachings and Talking Circles
swosn@lhsc.on.ca
519-685-8500 ext 32462