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Highlights of our 50th anniversary year

October 23, 2024
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Sharing the collection of words, videos, and images that commemorate and celebrate our 50th anniversary.

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
A colourful logo that says "Celebrating 50 years advancing access to justice"

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.

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20 years of access to justice: looking back, looking forward

By Nathalie Noel | December 5, 2017

A deeper understanding of ongoing and emerging issues and renewed optimism to address them Twenty years ago, The Law Foundation of Ontario presented the Guthrie Award for the first time. Since then, the Foundation has recognized 13 leaders for excellence…

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Class Proceedings Fund welcomes Sandra Barton

By Nathalie Noel | October 2, 2017

The Class Proceedings Fund is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Barton to its Class Proceedings Committee. Ms Barton is a partner at Gowling WLG based in Toronto and has extensive expertise in complex commercial litigation matters, class action defence, professional liability defence, and in trademark and copyright disputes.

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New report highlights impact of Access to Justice Fund across Canada

By Nathalie Noel | September 13, 2017

The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to release Access to Justice Fund 2017, a new report that highlights the impact that the Access to Justice Fund (ATJF) is having in Ontario and nationally. In fact, the Foundation is proud…

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Many opportunities within the nonprofit sector to fight for justice

By Nathalie Noel | September 1, 2017

The Foundation encourages legal careers within the nonprofit justice sector through its Public Interest Articling Fellowship. Amanda’s PIAF at Innocence Canada opened up a whole new world of career opportunities to her.

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Peer mentors build connections and confidence

By Nathalie Noel | September 1, 2017

The Peer Mentor Program offered by The University of Ottawa Faculty of Common Law matches second and third year students with first year students. The mentors provide practical and emotional support, helping the new students to navigate the social and academic world of law school.

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Hands-on legal experience hones skills and safeguards housing

By Nathalie Noel | September 1, 2017

Western Law’s Community Legal Services created the Eviction Prevention Program as a direct response to students and community members coming to them in desperate situations, often facing homelessness.

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