News & Events
Welcome to our News & Events page. Don Valley Community Legal Services actively participates in a variety of community activities, public legal education workshops, and community networking tables. One key component that allows members to be self-empowered is knowledge of what is happening around them. This page will allow us to share what is happening in the communities we serve.
Here we will share legal information articles, local law reform campaigns, news stories, community events and details for our Annual General Meeting.
For community events, workshops, public legal education (PLE) information or membership, please contact our Community Development Worker at 416-441-1764 ext. 22.
Legal Info Articles & News
Immigration Updates and Options – Canada’s Response to the War in Ukraine
*Note: Information current to March 3rd, 2022.* Over recent days, the Government of Canada has announced how they plan on helping people impacted by the war in Ukraine. Information about all the programs can be found on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures.html Below are the key highlights: There is a dedicated phone number available for people with questions about the situation: 613-321-4243.
Read moreLow-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
To support Ontarians through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) is once again temporarily increasing the flexibility of the Low-income Energy Assistance Program-Emergency Financial Assistance (LEAP EFA). In addition, the maximum value of grants amounts has been increased. To be eligible for LEAP EFA, the applicant still needs to be in arrears but does not need to be in threat of disconnection or have been disconnected.
Read moreCity of Toronto Tenant Rights Website and Toolkit
The City of Toronto announces a new tool for Tenants to provide meaningful information to prevent evictions. We encourage residents to view the City of Toronto Website – Rental Housing and Tenant Information www.toronto.ca/renterhelp The City’s staff and Tenant Advisory Committee have worked with persons with lived experience, legal clinics and tenant advocate groups to navigate the difficult process to avoid potential evictions.
Read moreAdvice to tenants facing renoviction
Please read article below by Karly Wilson (DVCLS), Bhavin Bilimoria (DVCLS) and Patricia Edwards from ACORN. Op-Ed: Advice to tenants facing renoviction – stay put
Read moreAGM 2021 – Marjorie Hiley and Bhavin Bilimoria messages
https://kapwi.ng/c/I2kETnJlZx Content 1 Bhavin Bilimoria, Director of Legal Services (DVCLS) message 0:00 – 7:03 2 Marjorie Hiley, Executive Director (DVCLS) message 7:03 – 14:18
Read moreAGM 2021 – Guest Speaker Charles C. Smith
https://kapwi.ng/c/oeupqXFZpQ Content: Charles C. Smith on: “Lessening the Impact of Environmental Racism : A Call For Collaborative Action” CHARLES PRESENTATION DVCLS-AGM-28Oct2021_v02
Read moreAGM 2021 – Politicians greetings
https://kapwi.ng/c/laXdiQTl0b Content: 1 Kirk Cooper, Chair of the Board, Greetings 0:00 – 1:55 2 Catherine Manson, Staff, Land Acknowledgment 1:56- 4:10 3 Marjorie Hiley, Executive Director, Introduction of Politicians 4:11-5:07 4 Paula Fletcher, Councillor for Ward 14 – Message 5:08-10:06 5 Marjorie Hiley, Introduction to Next Speaker 10:06-11:04 6 Rob Oliphant,
Read moreEmployment Law Video – Family Status – Accommodation
Youtube Video – Family Status Accommodation – You Don’t Have to Do It All! Join Richa Sandill, Don Valley Community Legal Services (TEEILS), Tahsina Alam, Scarborough Community Legal Services and Regini David, West Scarborough Community Legal Services as they provide information on Employment Law.
Read moreNational Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women
AMPLIFY VOICES: December 6th 3:30 to 6:30 pm Amplifying Voices and Experiences: Exploring the impact of mental health and isolation on Indigenous, Black and Racialized communities during a global pandemic. Contact: shirsi@tngsc.org
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