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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.

Goodbye and thank you to a true access to justice champion

March 22, 2024
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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.

Job posting: Summer Law Student, Class Proceedings Fund

February 28, 2024
Join our team

We are seeking a Summer Law Student, Class Proceedings Fund

New partnership with Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund

February 15, 2024
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We’re pleased to announce a partnership with the Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund.

Responsive Call for Applications

February 13, 2024
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Call for applications information and application form to apply to the Responsive program
Due date: rolling deadline
Grant amounts: up to $250,000

Survey: Reimagining the Community Leadership in Justice Fellowship

February 1, 2024
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We’re reimagining our Community Leadership in Justice Fellowship. By March 1, 2024, please complete a short and confidential survey about the program.

Call for applications to serve as representative on OJEN Board

January 30, 2024
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We’re calling for applications to serve as the Foundation’s representative on the OJEN Board of Directors.

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Bruce Campbell awarded Leadership in Justice Fellowship

By Nathalie Noel | July 20, 2015

The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to announce it has awarded a Community Leadership in Justice Fellowship for the 2015-2016 academic term to Bruce Campbell.

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The Law Foundation of Ontario announces new Chief Executive Officer

By Nathalie Noel | May 21, 2015

The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to announce that, following an extensive search, Tanya Lee will be its new CEO effective July 1, 2015.

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Ross F. Earnshaw appointed to the Board of Trustees

By Nathalie Noel | January 13, 2015

The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to welcome Ross F. Earnshaw, to the foundation’s Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2015. He was appointed by the Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC) at Convocation on November 28, 2014. A…

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Paul B. Schabas new Chair of The Law Foundation of Ontario

By Nathalie Noel | January 13, 2015

On January 1, 2015, Paul B. Schabas assumed the role of Chair of the Law Foundation of Ontario. Since its establishment in 1974, the Foundation has contributed over $900 million to improving access to justice including payments to Legal Aid…

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Linda Rothstein appointed to the Board of Trustees

By Nathalie Noel | September 24, 2014

  The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to welcome Linda R. Rothstein, LSM, to the foundation’s Board of Trustees.  She was appointed by the Law Society of Upper Canada (LSUC) at Convocation August 13, 2014. Managing partner of Paliare…

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Kimberly Murray receives 2014 Guthrie Award

By Nathalie Noel | September 17, 2014

The Law Foundation of Ontario is pleased to announce that the 2014 Guthrie Award recipient is lawyer, educator, and community leader Kimberly Murray.

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