If you’ve turned on the news recently, you have heard the media repeating the talking points of right-wing politicians. They keep telling us that an untold number of refugees are…
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Provincial Funding Cuts to Legal Aid: Joint Statement by PCLS Board and Staff
Parkdale Community Legal Services (PCLS) is part of the community legal clinic system throughout Ontario that is funded by Legal Aid Ontario. Our role as a community legal clinic is…
Continue ReadingInformation on Goverment Cuts to Legal Aid Ontario
Dear Community members, Re. Provincial Funding Cuts to Legal Aid Alongside the onslaught of budget cuts that affect all Ontarians, the provincial government announced on April 11th a 30% reduction…
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We are seeking an energetic and dynamic Operations Director to provide strategic leadership for PCLS as reflective of its mission. Reporting to the Clinic Director, the Operations Director is part…
Continue ReadingApril 1st, 2019 12:30 pm – 2pm Parkdale’s Seniors Anti-Poverty Network Presents:
The Housing Rights Workshop Come together with other seniors in the community to learn about YOUR rights as a tenant! April 1st, 2019 12:30pm – 2pm Parkdale Community Legal Services…
Continue ReadingMarch 21st event: Unite Against Racism
Toronto: #Unite Against Racism action taking place this Thursday, March 21st at Nathan Phillips Square. This action is being coordinated by the Migrant Workers Alliance for Change. On March 21, the…
Continue ReadingMarch 8 event: International Women’s Day
Parkdale Celebrates International Women’s Day March 8, 2019 11am – 2pm Masaryck Cowen Community Centre
Continue ReadingMigrant Caregivers WIN MAJOR VICTORY but permanent resident status on arrival for migrant workers still needed
Posted on February 25, 2019 Newly announced pilot Caregiver Program, and Interim Program important steps in the right direction, and a direct response to Caregiver organizing. CANADA – Migrant Care…
Continue ReadingWe Can’t Rely on Tenant Rights
“Landlord problem? Check the legislation!” we are told. “Can this be legal?” others comment on the latest media story of landlord predation. For renters struggling with eviction, high rent, and…
Continue ReadingUpdate on Parkdale Community Legal Services Clinic Space
Dear Community Members and Friends of the Clinic, Thank you for attending our meeting in December and sharing your concerns, input and support to Parkdale Community Legal Services (PCLS). Thank…
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