Fighting Renovictions: Toronto and its Tenants Could Learn Lessons from New Westminster (July 2022 Update)

One of the risks of being a tenant is the possibility you will lose your home through no fault of your own. Under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (the “RTA”), landlords are permitted to obtain an eviction order from the Landlord and Tenant Board (the “LTB”) if they intend on demolishing,

I am in need of some money. What are some government sources of income which may be available to me?

I am in need of some money. What are some government sources of income which may be available to me? There are various sources of income which are administered by the government and you may be available for them depending on your particular situation. The following is a brief overview of some of the common sources of income.

Immigration Updates and Options for Persons from Afghanistan and Ukraine *Note: Information current to July 15th, 2022.*

Immigration Updates and Options for Persons from Afghanistan and Ukraine *Note: Information current to July 15th, 2022.* Recently, the Government of Canada has announced many new immigration programs for people fleeing Afghanistan or Ukraine.  Below are some key highlights, specific to each country. Information about all the programs can be found on the Immigration,

Tough Times – I Need More Money!

Our Income Maintenance Team has a wealth of knowledge about the variety of Government income sources available. Click here to learn more. Read our article highlighting the variety of federal and provincial income sources that you may be eligible to apply for and receive. For more information,

Beaches East York Interfaith Presents

The Fair Pass Transit Discount Program

The Fair Pass Transit Discount Program is a City of Toronto poverty reduction initiative to make public transit more affordable for low-income Toronto residents. The program provides a discount for eligible users for 12 months, programmed onto a PRESTO Opens in new window card. Cardholders must load funds to access the discounted Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) adult fare or TTC monthly pass.

Legal Aid Ontario YouTube Videos – Getting Help in the Virtual Criminal Court in Toronto Series

Legal Aid Ontario is creating information videos to bring accessible information about a variety of legal services. YouTube Link:  Legal Aid Ontario – YouTube  

Promoting Rights for All Workers

Steps to Justice Website – New and Updated Information for Migrant Workers May 1st is better known as May Day – a long history in many countries representing change –new growing seasons, new life, new work conditions, new laws…each change takes on a new meaning.  Here in Ontario many recognize May 1 as a Day of Mourning for Injured and Deceased Workers.

Virtual Town Hall: Your Apartment, Your Rights – March 23, 2022

Thank you to all who participated in the virtual Town Hall., “Your Apartment, Your Rights”, held on March 23, 2022.  As a follow up we include: Video Link to the presentation – https://www.kapwing.com/videos/6241c50842e66c00852f6920 RentSafeTO information – call 311 or visit https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/rental-housing-tenant-information/rental-housing-standards/apartment-building-standards/rentsafeto-for-tenants/ Contact information for the Federation of Metro Tenants’

Addressing the School to Prison Pipeline: Documentary Community Film

Addressing the School to Prison Pipeline: Documentary Community Film,   produce by Moses Latigo from Kigaana Productions Event Date & Time:  Thursday March 31, 2022  at 6:30 pm Toronto Black community is addressing anti-Black racism within our classrooms and in the justice system through community engagement and advocacy. My name is Tiffany Taylor,