Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) When the Canada Emergency Relief Benefit (CERB) ended, the Canadian government created 3 new Recovery Benefits and made changes to Employment Insurance (EI). There are special rules about these programs for people who are on Ontario Works (OW) or the Ontario Disability … More Getting COVID-19 Benefits while on OW or ODSP
Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) At the beginning of COVID-19, tribunals across Ontario were forced to close. Many have now re-opened using remote or virtual hearings by video or telephone. This includes the Landlord and Tenant Board, the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Board, and the Social … More Getting a Fair Tribunal Hearing During COVID-19
The Board & Staff of Kingston Community Legal Clinic invite you to our Annual General Meeting. This year’s AGM will be held virtually through Zoom and by phone on Thursday, November 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. For instructions on how to connect and to receive a copy of our annual report prior to the meeting, please … More Notice of Annual General Meeting
Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many tenants to fall behind in their rent. For some, the best choice might be to work out an agreement with their landlord so they have time to pay back what they owe. This month’s On the … More Rent Repayment Agreements can Pose Risks to Tenants
Kingston Community Legal Clinic will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2020 for the civic holiday. The Legal Clinic will reopen for phone and online intakes on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.
Click HERE for a recent article in the Queen’s Journal regarding the effects of COVID-19 on student tenancies featuring an interview with John Done, Executive Director.
Re-posted from Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) Many new benefits programs have been announced in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. CLEO’s chart helps you understand what’s available under the various programs and their eligibility rules. Visit stepstojustice.ca/covid-19 for daily updates on how the law and legal services have been affected by COVID-19.
Kingston Community Legal Clinic will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2020 for Victoria Day. The Legal Clinic will reopen for phone and online intakes on Tuesday, May 19, 2020.
Scarborough Community Legal Services has created an information sheet to answer questions about residential tenancies amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. To access the tip sheet, click this link: What Tenant Need to Know During the COVID-19 Pandemic If you are experiencing issues with your tenancy and need legal adivce, please contact Kingston Community Legal Clinic … More COVID-19 TENANT TIP SHEET
Re-posted from Income Security Advocacy Centre (ISAC) This document lists several income support programs that may be available to Ontario residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. This information is changing rapidly and we recommend that you check with the relevant government’s website for updated information. Table of Contents Introduction 1. Employment Insurance (EI) 2. NEW: Emergency … More Accessing Income Support in the wake of COVID-19
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