I have a legal problem and also experiencing domestic abuse. How can I get legal aid help during this COVID‑19 crisis? You can call us at 1‑800-668‑8258 from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and we will ensure your application is processed quickly to get you the legal help you need. During…

Is the Consent and Capacity Board (CCB) still holding hearings during the COVID-19 crisis? Yes, but all hearings are now over teleconference with some limited availability for videoconferencing. Details for the remote hearing will be shared in your Notice of Hearing document. Hearings are held in two hour time slots from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday…

On this page: Courts Support Serving documents More information Courts What kind of matters are the courts hearing? The easing of public health measures means increased capacity for courts to return to in-person proceedings. Visit ontariocourts.ca to find out what method (in-person, video, or phone) each type of matter is being heard by the family…

On this page: Legal aid services Court appearances Jails More information Legal aid services I need legal advice about my criminal case. Can I go to the duty counsel office at the courthouse to speak to someone? In-person criminal law services are available at Legal Aid Ontario’s (LAO) courthouse offices. Staff are on-site Monday to…

On this page: Legal aid Refugee claims Refugee appeals Immigration detention Deportations Work Permits / Study Permits / Visitors Extension H&C Application / Pre-Removal Risk Assessment application Interim Federal Health Benefits More information Legal Aid Can I still get legal aid for my immigration or refugee case? Yes. LAO continues to issue immigration and refugee…