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Introducing Co-Pays Under IFHP Will Push People Away from Care
January 30, 2026 – Toronto – The HIV Legal Network (the Legal Network) and the HIV & AIDS Legal Clinic Ontario (HALCO) condemn the Government of Canada’s decision to introduce co-payments under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). As health providers, refugee advocates, and legal experts have already warned, these changes will create new barriers to care for people who already face profound obstacles to accessing healthcare in Canada.
CCR Statement of Solidarity and Concern Regarding Mobilization and Attacks in Minnesota and the US
January 29, 2026 The Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) stands in solidarity with the people of Minnesota and those across the United States who are standing up for the rights of migrants and refugees, even as their own lives are put at risk. That is what it means to look out for your neighbour.
Read moreUkraine immigration measures for those who arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024: Open work permits
The information on this page is for you if you were approved under the CUAET measures and you arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024. If you arrived after this date, you must meet the eligibility requirements to apply for a work permit under the regular process.
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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