Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) There are new temporary layoff rules in the Employment Standards Act (ESA). They came into force on November 27, 2025. Check out the latest edition of CLEO’s ON THE RADAR to find out how the rules have changed. This post gives general legal information. For … More ON THE RADAR: New rules for extended temporary layoffs
Looking for community meals in Kingston? Here’s a handy list of local meal programs available throughout the year. Thank you to Chalmers United Church for creating and sharing the original listing! Food & Meals in Kingston Click on a listing for more details. Free Daily Meals in Kingston MONDAY 9 – 11:30 am St. George’s … More FOOD & MEALS IN KINGSTON
The Legal Clinic will be closed for the Christmas holidays from Wednesday, December 24 at noon, and will reopen on Friday, January 2 at 1:00 p.m. If you experience an emergency during this time that cannot wait until the Legal Clinic reopens, please complete an online intake form by clicking HERE or leave a voicemail … More Holiday Closure Notice
As we approach the holiday season, several local organizations and churches in Kingston are offering Christmas meals. Below is a list of meals available in December 2025: Community Christmas Meals & Events St. George’s Cathedral / Lunch by George Christmas DinnerThursday, December 18 — 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Gift bags included. 129 Wellington Street, Kingston … More KINGSTON COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS MEALS 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
Re-posted from the Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario (ACTO). The Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario (ACTO) is sounding the alarm on Bill 60 (Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025) which threatens to strip away essential tenant protections and weaken Ontario’s housing justice system. ACTO strongly opposes the government’s proposed changes to the Residential Tenancies Act … More ACTO’s Top 5 Concerns On Bill 60
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
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: between 18 and 64 years old approved for the disability tax credit For information, check out the latest … More ON THE RADAR: New benefit for people with disabilities
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
Kingston Community Legal Clinic will be closed on Monday, February 17th for Family Day. The Legal Clinic will re-open on Tuesday, February 18th at 8:30 a.m.
