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ON THE RADAR: What’s coming in 2026 for EI rates and rent increases

December 10, 2025

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) As 2026 approaches, it’s time to look ahead at some changes that will affect workers and tenants in Ontario. Check out the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR for upcoming changes to Employment Insurance (EI) rates and rent increase. This post … More ON THE RADAR: What’s coming in 2026 for EI rates and rent increases

ON THE RADAR: New limits at Small Claims Court and the Landlord and Tenant Board

October 8, 2025

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) People can now ask for more money when they apply to Small Claims Court and the Landlord and Tenant Board. As of October 1, 2025, the limit is $50,000. It used to be $35,000. As well, for someone to appeal a final … More ON THE RADAR: New limits at Small Claims Court and the Landlord and Tenant Board

ON THE RADAR: New benefit for people with disabilities

August 12, 2025

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is a new government benefit that people can now apply for. It’s a monthly payment for people who are: For information, check out the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR. This post gives general legal information. … More ON THE RADAR: New benefit for people with disabilities

ON THE RADAR: Temporary EI changes in response to U.S. tariffs

June 10, 2025

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) On March 30, 2025, the Government of Canada made temporary changes to regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits. This was in response to the United States putting tariffs on Canadian goods and the risk to jobs in Canada. These changes are meant to … More ON THE RADAR: Temporary EI changes in response to U.S. tariffs

ON THE RADAR: Freeze on some family and refugee sponsorships

February 13, 2025

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) The Government of Canada is currently not taking: For information, check out the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR. This post gives general legal information. For legal advice for a specific situation please CONTACT KCLC.

ON THE RADAR: EI rates and rent increase for 2025

November 12, 2024

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) As 2025 approaches, it’s time to look ahead at some upcoming changes that will affect workers and tenants in Ontario. For information on EI rates and rent increases for 2025, check out the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR. This post … More ON THE RADAR: EI rates and rent increase for 2025

ON THE RADAR: More changes for international students

April 11, 2024

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) The latest changes for international students include limits on study permits, and new rules about work permits for recent graduates and spouses can be found in the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR. Click HERE to find out more! This post … More ON THE RADAR: More changes for international students

ON THE RADAR: Higher property taxes could mean higher rents

March 12, 2024

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) Municipalities across Ontario have announced higher taxes and charges for 2024. Some landlords might want to increase rents because of this. But there are special rules they have to follow if a rental unit is covered by the rent guideline. For information check … More ON THE RADAR: Higher property taxes could mean higher rents

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