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Published September 29, 2026
As the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches, the Indigenous Services Department at Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is reporting significant progress in the first year since it implemented a bold action plan to strengthen its services. The Year One Report of LAO’s Indigenous Services Action Plan highlights the collective efforts of staff, leadership and…
Published April 2, 2026
As of April 1, 2026, two community legal clinics in northern Ontario’s Algoma District will be merging into one. The Algoma Community Legal Clinic in Sault Ste. Marie will merge with the Elliot Lake & North Shore Community Legal Clinic. These two general service legal clinics are funded by Legal Aid Ontario to serve eligible…
Published April 1, 2026
Legal Aid Ontario’s Windsor District Office and Family Law Service Centre (FLSC) re-opens at a new permanent location: Unit C – 443 Ouellette Ave. Windsor, ON N9A 4J2 In-person services are available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET. If you wish to apply for a legal aid certificate, please call the Contact Centre at 1-800-668-8258….
Published March 26, 2026
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Sidney B. Linden Access to Justice Awards. Established more than 20 years ago, these awards honour individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing access to justice for low-income Ontarians. This year marks a major expansion to four categories: Student Award, Rising…
Published March 20, 2026
To coincide with the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21, Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is pleased to share our Racialized Communities Strategy (RCS) 2026 Action Plan Update. We have made meaningful strides this year through several key initiatives: strengthening access to language interpreter services expanding community partnerships continuing to expand financial…
Published January 16, 2026
Do you know someone who has shown a strong commitment to supporting access to justice for low-income Ontarians? Is there a person who regularly goes above and beyond in their delivery or support of legal aid services? If so, consider nominating them for a Sidney B. Linden Access to Justice Award. The deadline for nominations…
Published January 12, 2026
Do you know someone who has shown a strong commitment to supporting access to justice for low-income Ontarians? Is there a person who regularly goes above and beyond in their delivery or support of legal aid services? If so, consider nominating them for a Sidney B. Linden Access to Justice Award. A reminder that the…
Published December 15, 2025
Do you know someone who has shown a strong commitment to supporting access to justice for low-income Ontarians? Is there a person who regularly goes above and beyond in their delivery or support of legal aid services? If so, consider nominating them for a Sidney B. Linden Access to Justice Award. A reminder that the…
Published November 28, 2025
Last weekend, Legal Aid Ontario experienced an unexpected service disruption that caused a temporary system outage that affected the Client Portal. Access has now been restored; but you may notice slower performance while we complete system improvements. To maintain stability, occasional maintenance periods may be required in the coming weeks. If you are having trouble…
Published November 20, 2025
The Windsor District Office and Family Law Service Centre (FLSC) will be temporarily closing as we move to a new location. The last day of in-person service at this office will be Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. Interim services by phone and by email will be available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET. If you wish to…
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