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KBCLS / CMS 2025 Open House September 18
We hope you have had a great summer and we’re looking forward to seeing you in September. We are excited to invite you to our Open House at Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services on September 18th! It will be happening from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. This is a great opportunity to explore our space,
Read moreOntario Disability Support Program Increasing 2.8% July 2025
Ontario is increasing ODSP rates by 2.8% effective July 2025
The 2025 inflation-based increase to ODSP will take effect on July 1, 2025. People receiving ODSP will see an inflation-based increase of 2.8% to:
• basic needs and shelter maximum amounts for singles and families
• board and lodge amounts for singles and families
• the amount provided for a couple where both have disabilities
• amounts for services provided by a Long-Term Care Home or a Specialized Care Residence
For example,
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KBCLS is currently experiencing technical issues with our main phone number. While we look into getting the matter resolved, kindly reach us at this alternative telephone number 647-206-3841 We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Read moreSupreme Court turns 150, Interview with Chief Justice
This year, Canada’s Supreme Court turns 150! In an interview on the “Modern Law” podcast, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Rt. Hon. Richard Wagner, speaks about the importance of judicial independence and improving access to justice. His interview begins at the 20 minute mark and he mentions the perspective he gained from his visit last fall,
Read moreChief Justice of Canada Visits Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services
Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services was very honoured to welcome the Chief Justice of Canada, Right. Hon. Richard Wagner, to the clinic on November 29, 2024. The event was co-hosted with Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC), an organization that provides law students nationwide, with opportunities to engage in pro bono legal work in partnership with community organizations and supervising lawyers.
Read moreLouis Riel Day, November 16
Marking the anniversary of the execution of Métis leader Louis Riel in 1885. Louis Riel Day on November 16 honours Riel’s sacrifice while celebrating Métis culture and resilience. https://www.metisnation.org/news/celebrating-louis-riel-day-2024-events/
Read moreThe New Regulatory Framework for Rooming Houses
Please check out this presentation by Pro Bono Students Canada and Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services about the new regulatory framework for rooming houses in Toronto. Click here to view presentation
Read moreACCESS TO JUSTICE IN A DIGITAL WORLD
Pro Bono Students Canada volunteers at KBCLS, Amna Butt, Taya Polidano and Paul Buzzelli, have created a very useful guide for people notified that they have a digital Hearing at an Ontario Tribunal. The guide explains what to do if you don’t have access to technology and it also explains how to attend your digital hearing if you do have access to technology.
Read moreLegal Information About Joint Tenancy
Here is a new presentation on Joint Tenancy produced by our law student volunteers from Pro Bono Students Canada. Click Here to View Presentation.
Read moreApril 1st, 2024 – First Anniversary of the Merger of Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services and The Neighbourhood Group Community Services
On April 1, 2023, Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services (KBCLS) merged with The Neighbourhood Group Community Services (TNGCS) after more than 40 years as an independent community legal clinic. April 1st, 2024 marks our first anniversary! What Has Changed? KBCLS continues its long tradition of casework, community development, and law reform activities,
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