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New Responsive grants support the legal rights of people faced with a disability, survivors of violence, and Indigenous peoples

September 27, 2024

In the first half of 2024, The Law Foundation of Ontario has made eight new Responsive grants, totaling close to $1.5M.

Summer law student reflections: an enlightening and fulfilling journey

September 13, 2024
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I had the chance to work alongside a very dedicated and skilled group, dive into diverse practice areas, and support the vital work of the Class Proceedings Fund.

Number of grants for articling positions more than doubling

September 11, 2024
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Beginning in 2025, the Public Interest Articling Fellowship program will expand from 8 to 18 host organizations.

LAWS student reflections: many tasks, roles, and paths make up the Foundation

August 7, 2024
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The Foundation participates in LAWS’ Summer Job Program. This year we were fortunate to host Parihaan. Here are some of her reflections about working with the Foundation.

John Borrows receives 2024 Guthrie Award

August 6, 2024
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The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to announce that the 2024 Guthrie Award recipient is legal scholar, John Borrows.

2023-2024 PIAF articling highlights

July 29, 2024
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We asked our 2023-2024 Public Interest Articling Fellowship participants to share some highlights of their articling experience. Here is some of what they shared.

Celebrating 50 years of advancing access to justice

June 26, 2024
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The Foundation turned the big 5-0 in 2024. It’s a significant milestone in our access to justice journey and a fine opportunity to reflect on our first 50 years.

Picture-perfect Catalyst Day

June 21, 2024
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The room was abuzz with meaningful conversations and connections at the Foundation’s second annual Catalyst Day on May 9, 2024.

Elizabeth Bowker joins Class Proceedings Committee

May 21, 2024
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We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Bowker to the Class Proceedings Committee.

Zahra Taseer appointed, Neha Chugh reappointed as Foundation representatives on OJEN and LCO Boards

May 6, 2024
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We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Zahra Taseer to serve as the Foundation’s representative on the Ontario Justice Education Network Board of Directors and the reappointment of Neha Chugh as the Foundation’s representative on the Law Commission of Ontario Board of Governors.

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Celebrating 50 years of advancing access to justice

By Nathalie Noel | June 26, 2024

The Foundation turned the big 5-0 in 2024. It’s a significant milestone in our access to justice journey and a fine opportunity to reflect on our first 50 years.

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Picture-perfect Catalyst Day

By Nathalie Noel | June 21, 2024

The room was abuzz with meaningful conversations and connections at the Foundation’s second annual Catalyst Day on May 9, 2024.

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Elizabeth Bowker joins Class Proceedings Committee

By Nathalie Noel | May 21, 2024

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Bowker to the Class Proceedings Committee.

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Zahra Taseer appointed, Neha Chugh reappointed as Foundation representatives on OJEN and LCO Boards

By Nathalie Noel | May 6, 2024

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Zahra Taseer to serve as the Foundation’s representative on the Ontario Justice Education Network Board of Directors and the reappointment of Neha Chugh as the Foundation’s representative on the Law Commission of Ontario Board of Governors.

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Goodbye and thank you to a true access to justice champion

By Nathalie Noel | March 22, 2024

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the Honourable R. Roy McMurtry, a true champion of access to justice for all Canadians.

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Job posting: Summer Law Student, Class Proceedings Fund

By Nathalie Noel | February 28, 2024

We are seeking a Summer Law Student, Class Proceedings Fund

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